Russia shares India's views on BRICS

Russian President Vladimir Putin on October 18 expressed his agreement with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's views on the BRICS Group of Emerging Economies, emphasizing that BRICS is not "anti-Western" but is a "non-Western" mechanism.

President Vladimir Putin also said that BRICS has now expanded from 5 to 10 member states, so it should not be considered a "bloc-like organization".

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (left). (Photo: Getty Images)

Speaking to reporters in Moscow ahead of the BRICS Summit, President Putin cited Prime Minister Modi's statement, stressing that BRICS is a group of cooperative countries that share common values, development goals and consider each other's interests. The group is not opposed to any country or organization.

President Putin also appreciated India's efforts to find a solution to the Ukraine conflict. Mr. Putin said that Russia wants to end the conflict by peaceful means, while Ukraine has stopped negotiations.

President Vladimir Putin will chair the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan from October 22-24. The summit is expected to be attended by leaders of BRICS member states.

PV (VOV-New Delhi)

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