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Can India balance its ties between Russia and the US?

Can India balance its ties between Russia and the US?

Summary

India is trying to maintain good relationships with both Russia and the United States. It continues to buy Russian oil and strengthen economic ties with Russia, while also keeping its strong trade relationship with the U.S.

Key Facts

  • India is buying cheap oil from Russia.
  • India has strengthened economic ties with Russia in areas like trade and weapons.
  • The U.S. is India's biggest trading partner.
  • India aims to balance relations with both Russia and the United States.
  • Russia uses its ties with India to show it still has strong international partners.
  • Western countries have imposed sanctions on Russia.

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