Putin On India: "Nobody Can Dictate Us"; "We Will Always Stand By India" | SPIEF 2026 | #putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a strong message on India-Russia relations during a leadership session at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) 2026, reaffirming Moscow's commitment to its longstanding partnership with New Delhi.

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Speaking about defence cooperation with India, Putin emphasized that Russia's relationship with India is guided by mutual trust and national interests rather than external political pressure. In one of the most striking remarks of the session, the Russian President declared that "nobody can dictate us" when it comes to cooperation with India and stressed that Russia will continue to do what it believes is right.

Putin also underlined that Russia's commitments to India remain firm, stating that Moscow will always stand by its partners and honor the promises it makes. The comments come amid growing geopolitical competition and increasing scrutiny of defence partnerships around the world.

Watch this exclusive exchange from SPIEF 2026 as Putin discusses India-Russia defence cooperation, strategic autonomy, geopolitical pressure, and why Moscow says its partnership with India remains stronger than ever.

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