In an informal and friendly atmosphere, Mr Putin and Mr Vajpayee discussed current aspects of Russian-Indian relations, different international issues, and the agenda of the next day’s top-level consultations.
In the course of the discussion, Mr Putin expressed his satisfaction with the regular interstate contact and current levels of Moscow-New Delhi strategic partnership.
Mr Vajpayee had arrived in Russia for a three-day official visit.
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Russian-Indian summit talks were held in Moscow
November 12, 2003