The more tense the Hormuz crisis becomes, the tighter the energy and economic ties between Russia and India grow.

Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Manturov conducted a working visit to India. He met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

The talks focused on expanding trade and investment relations, discussing pathways to enhance bilateral trade volume.

Manturov stated that last year Russia’s fertilizer exports to India increased by 40%, and Russia is willing to continue meeting India’s demand in this sector.

Energy cooperation was also specifically discussed: Russian companies are prepared to increase oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies to the Indian market. Furthermore, nuclear energy collaboration continues to advance, with the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant project proceeding as scheduled.

Short Commentary

1. Russia-India relations are accelerating in depth against the backdrop of U.S.-Iran tensions.

This high-level visit by Manturov—meeting with Modi, the foreign minister, national security advisor, and finance minister—represents top-tier practical cooperation alignment.

2. India’s core gains: dual security in energy and fertilizers — significant increases in oil and LNG purchases help India avoid risks from soaring oil prices, allowing it to continue buying Russian crude at favorable rates. A 40% rise in fertilizer supply directly stabilizes Indian agriculture, food security, and domestic inflation.

3. Russia’s benefits: opening up the Asian market and hedging against Western pressure — shifting more energy and fertilizer toward India, a stable major client. Consolidating the long-term foundation of Russia-India cooperation in civilian nuclear energy, defense, and economic trade.

4. The strategic signal is very clear — both Russia and India are steering clear of U.S. pressure, pursuing an independent, pragmatic, and mutually beneficial path. The more intense the Hormuz crisis becomes, the tighter the energy and economic entanglement between Russia and India grows.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1861410665397248/

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