Moscow, Aug 6: National Security Adviser Ajit Doval has arrived in Moscow for a visit focused on strengthening India’s defence and energy ties with Russia. The visit comes as the United States raises concerns over India’s ongoing oil trade with Russia.US President Donald Trump recently criticised India for continuing to buy Russian oil while staying neutral on the Ukraine conflict. He also warned of possible trade tariffs on Indian goods.
According to a TASS report, the visit is part of a planned schedule and will focus on defence cooperation between India and Russia. “The current escalation of the geopolitical situation will also be discussed. Apart from that the topics will include such pressing matters as supplies of Russian oil [to India],” the source said.