Why Did Vladimir Putin Praise Prime Minister Narendra Modi?

Vladimir Putin noted that PM Modi takes tough stance in protecting national interest.

Vladimir Putin, the president of Russia, has complimented Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying that the latter adopts a “tough stance” in defending the nation's interests. Additionally, he highlighted that the strategy of Prime Minister Modi ensures close ties between Moscow and New Delhi.

"I cannot imagine that Modi can be intimidated, threatened, or forced to take any action or decision against the national interest of India and the Indian people," the Russian President stated in a media interview. I am aware of how much pressure they are under.

He continued, saying, "To be honest, sometimes I am surprised by his tough stance on protecting the national interests of the Indian people." He also said that he is seeing events unfold from the outside.

Additionally, the Russian President stated that "Prime Minister Modi's policy is the main guarantee of this," adding that relations between Russia and China are "continuously developing in all directions."