December 5th 2025.
In a recent joint statement released on Friday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the signing of various agreements between the two nations. These agreements revolve around enhancing the mobility of skilled workers, promoting tourism by granting e-tourist visas, and cooperation in areas such as defense, trade, economy, healthcare, academics, culture, and media.
One of the key agreements between India and Russia focuses on temporary labor activities of citizens in each other's territories. This will help facilitate employment opportunities for skilled workers from both countries. Additionally, an agreement has been signed to combat irregular migration, which is a growing concern for both nations.
Furthermore, India and Russia have decided to provide a 30-day e-tourist visa on a complimentary basis to each other's citizens. This will not only promote tourism but also strengthen the bond between the two countries. In addition to these pacts, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between India's Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and Russia's Ministry of Transport. This MoU focuses on training specialists for ships operating in polar waters, which will not only enhance cooperation in the Arctic but also create new employment opportunities for the youth of India.
The two nations have also inked an MoU to strengthen maritime cooperation and logistics. This MoU was signed between India's Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and Russia's Maritime Board. India and Russia have also taken a significant step in bilateral industrial cooperation by signing a deal between Indian firms and Russia's URALCHEM to set up a urea plant in Russia.
Moreover, various MoUs have been signed in areas such as food safety, training and operations of ships, medical sciences, and consumer protection. These agreements involve organizations such as India's FSSAI, Russia's consumer protection body, and companies in the chemicals and fertilizers sector. Along with these, a protocol has been signed between India's Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs and Russia's Federal Customs Service for cooperation in exchanging pre-arrival information in respect to goods and vehicles moved between the two countries.
Lastly, a bilateral agreement has been signed between India's Department of Posts and JSC Russian Post, which will further strengthen the ties between the two nations. These agreements showcase the commitment of India and Russia towards enhancing their partnership in various fields and pave the way for a stronger and more prosperous relationship.
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