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In order to objectively understand the implications of the visit, it would be worthwhile to first understand in brief, the historical context of India-Russia relations evolving over the years followed by analysing the visit and the implications thereof on Indo-Russia relationship. [...] Coincidentally, India’s exposure and integration with the world economy through the New Economic Policy 1991 occurred concurrently with the Soviet collapse.6 Analysing the Recent Russia Visit of EAM and the Implications Thereof The recent visit of EAM Dr Jaishankar to Russia in December 2023 can be seen as a significant reaffirmation of the friendship and strategic partnership between India and Ru. [...] The major takeaways of the visit included the reaffirmation of a strong and enduring India-Russia relationship, discussions on trade and strategic cooperation and the invitation for Prime Minister Modi to visit Russia. [...] The interactions are expected to go a long way in defying all the apprehensions about strains in the relationship emerging from India's recently growing ties with the West and Indian participation in the QUAD. [...] Undoubtedly the multifaceted character of the Indo-Russian engagement underscores the resilience and depth of the bilateral relationship flourishing between the two nations in the times to come.