Russia shares India's stance on BRICS.

On October 18, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his agreement with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's views on the BRICS group of emerging economies , emphasizing that BRICS is not aimed "against the West" but is a "non-Western" mechanism.

President Vladimir Putin also stated that BRICS has now expanded from 5 to 10 member countries, and therefore should not be considered a "block-type 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 quoted Prime Minister Modi's statement, emphasizing that BRICS is a group of cooperating nations that share common values, development goals, and mutual interests. The group is not opposed to any country or organization.

In addition, President Putin also praised India's efforts to find a solution to the Ukraine conflict. Putin stated that Russia hopes to end the conflict peacefully , while Ukraine has halted 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 the BRICS member states.

PV (VOV-New Delhi)

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