Russia holding 'productive' talks with countries including India for cooperation in Arctic region
Russia is actively seeking cooperation with India and China for projects in the Arctic region, specifically regarding the Northern Sea Route. Russian officials highlighted that these nations possess the necessary resources to engage in productive Arctic initiatives.
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The Arctic is becoming a focal point for global geopolitics and trade routes, and increased cooperation between Russia, India, and China could shift the balance of power in the region.
India is among the countries holding the "most productive" talks with Russia for cooperation in the Arctic region, a senior foreign ministry official said on Thursday (August 13, 2026).
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Speaking at the fourth Arctic — Regions Forum, Vladislav Maslennikov, Director of the Department of European Problems at the Russian Foreign Ministry, said that the number of countries wishing to interact with Russia in the high latitudes is steadily growing, state-run TASS news agency reported.
“The most productive dialogue is taking shape with China and India, which not only demonstrate interest in the Arctic agenda but also possess extensive resources for implementing joint projects and initiatives in this area,” Mr. Maslennikov said.
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