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Speaker of Lok Sabha Shri Om Birla had a warm and fruitful meeting with H.E. Mr Vyacheslav Volodin, Chairman of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, ahead of the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum 2026.
Lok Sabha Speaker highlighted that the enduring bonds of friendship, mutual trust and understanding between India and Russia form the bedrock of our longstanding partnership. As the two nations mark 80 years of diplomatic relations, the Leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further deepening the India–Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership, rooted in mutual respect, trust and shared aspirations.
They discussed expanding parliamentary cooperation through sustained institutional engagement between Lok Sabha and the State Duma, regular exchanges of parliamentary delegations, and greater interaction among young and women parliamentarians. Shri Birla also shared India’s initiatives to leverage technology, including Sansad Bhashini, to make parliamentary proceedings more accessible, inclusive and citizen-centric. The Leaders also exchanged views on strengthening cooperation among BRICS Parliaments, combating terrorism through concerted international efforts, and advancing reforms of the United Nations Security Council. Shri Birla conveyed his appreciation for Russia’s continued support for India’s permanent membership of the Council.
Shri Birla expressed confidence that stronger parliamentary engagement will impart fresh momentum to our time-tested partnership, further reinforcing the deep-rooted friendship and close ties between India and Russia.