THEBUSINESSBYTES
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DELHI, APRIL 16, 2026
India
and the Russian Federation took a significant step towards reinforcing their
industrial partnership as a high-level India-Russia Round Table was held on
Thursday at the Ministry of Steel, focusing on expanding cooperation in the
steel sector.
The
meeting was co-chaired by the Secretary, Ministry of Steel, Government of
India, and Mikhail IURIN, Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian
Federation.
The
Russian delegation, comprising representatives from industry and related
sectors, participated in the discussions along with Indian counterparts. The
meeting provided a platform for constructive engagement and exchange of views
on matters of mutual interest in the steel sector, including raw material
sourcing, technological collaboration, equipment manufacturing and research
opportunities.
During
the meeting, both sides discussed various aspects of bilateral cooperation and
reviewed the existing engagement between the two countries. Discussions were
held on broad areas concerning the steel sector and related industries, with a
view to further strengthening cooperation.
The interaction also enabled both sides to gain a better understanding of each other’s perspectives and explore possibilities for continued engagement in the sector. The importance of sustained dialogue and cooperation was emphasized during the meeting.
The discussions were held in a cordial and constructive atmosphere, reflecting the longstanding partnership between India and the Russian Federation. Both sides expressed their intent to continue engagement and further strengthen cooperation in the steel sector, underlining a shared commitment to industrial growth and global competitiveness.
