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This visit, according to top officials, reaffirms India’s commitment to a multipolar world order — a policy it has consistently maintained without compromising on core interests.
NSA Ajit Doval (PTI Image)
National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval has reached Moscow for a high-stakes visit amid escalating global tensions, with top government sources calling the trip “crucial for India’s strategic positioning.” According to the sources, Doval is expected to hold high-level meetings with senior Russian leadership, including his counterpart Nikolai Patrushev.
Top government sources told CNN-News18 that Doval’s visit underlines India’s resolve to “explore all options in the national interest,” especially at a time when geopolitical fault lines between the US-China and Ukraine-Russia blocs continue to widen and amid tariffs on Indian exports imposed by US President Donald Trump over Indi buying Russian oil. “The timing of this visit sends a clear message to the US and the European Union — India is an independent power and will pursue its national interests first,” said a senior source.
This visit, according to top officials, reaffirms New Delhi’s commitment to a multipolar world order — a policy it has consistently maintained without compromising on core interests. Doval’s engagements will reportedly touch upon sensitive issues, including ensuring uninterrupted defence procurements from Russia. “India will focus on maintaining the supply of spare parts and upgrades for its Russian-origin military platforms,” a source added.
Energy security is also expected to be high on the agenda. With Western sanctions complicating financial transactions, sources indicated that India and Russia will explore long-term oil deals, along with “some adjustments” to the rupee-ruble payment mechanism to bypass hurdles.
The visit reflects India’s intent to maintain strategic autonomy, even as it deepens ties with Western powers. “Doval’s presence in Moscow demonstrates our intent to preserve a strategic axis amid global realignments,” a top government source said.
While the full schedule remains undisclosed, sources said the tone and outcomes of this visit will have long-term implications for India’s security and economic frameworks.
Group Editor, Investigations & Security Affairs, Network18
Group Editor, Investigations & Security Affairs, Network18
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