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India to be first partner country at Russian Energy Week 2026
India will be the first official partner country at the Russian Energy Week (REW) 2026 forum in Moscow. The Federation of Indian Petroleum Industry will represent the Indian Ministry of Petroleum and…
The Story in Brief
India will be the first official partner country at the Russian Energy Week (REW) 2026 forum in Moscow. The Federation of Indian Petroleum Industry will represent the Indian Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, with eight major Indian oil companies showcasing projects at an exhibition stand.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said Moscow is keen to deepen energy ties and wants more Indian investment in its oil and gas sector. The forum, expected to draw 7,000 delegates from 100 countries, highlights growing cooperation between the two countries. Russia has become a key crude oil supplier to India in recent years.
The Indian Opinion
This announcement reaffirms India's balancing act in global energy politics. While Western nations press for sanctions on Russia, New Delhi continues to deepen ties without apologising. The narrative that India is undermining Western efforts ignores the simple fact that affordable Russian oil serves Indian interests. The real test will be whether concrete investment deals emerge from REW 2026, not just diplomatic posturing.
Source: businesstoday.in
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