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Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets India's Modi, says closer ties will make both countries stronger

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Posted on June 17, 2026

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· Last updated: June 17, 2026

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Zelenskiy and Modi Meet at G7, Eyeing Stronger Ukraine-India Partnership

Strengthening Ukraine-India Relations at the G7 Summit

Leaders Discuss Closer Ties and Joint Projects

June 17 (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that he hoped closer ties and undertaking joint projects with India would make both countries stronger.

Statements from the Ukrainian President

Zelenskiy, writing on Telegram after meeting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G7 summit in France, said there was "great potential" in "filling joint projects with more meaning".

Modi's Interest in Bilateral Partnership

"It is important that the prime minister is interested in developing mutually beneficial relations with Ukraine and sees that this partnership can make our people stronger," Zelenskiy wrote.

Ukraine's Broader Diplomatic Strategy

Expanding Ties with the Global South

Ukraine has been seeking to expand ties with countries from the Global South since the Russian invasion of 2022, particularly with countries that Moscow had strong links to dating from the Soviet era.

(Reporting by Ron PopeskiEditing by Bill Berkrot)

Key Takeaways

  • Zelenskiy highlighted 'great potential' in meaningful Indo‑Ukraine cooperation and praised Modi’s interest in mutually beneficial partnership. (indbiz.gov.in)
  • Ukraine continues its outreach to the Global South—including India—as part of strategic diversification efforts amid Russia’s invasion. (investing.com)
  • India balances its long‑standing ties with Russia against emergent cooperation with Ukraine—India and Ukraine have advanced security cooperation and economic ties in recent years. (counterpunch.org)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What did President Zelenskiy and Prime Minister Modi discuss at the G7 summit?
They discussed strengthening Ukraine-India ties and undertaking joint projects to benefit both nations.
Why is Ukraine seeking closer ties with India?
Ukraine wants to expand relationships, especially with Global South countries with historic links to Moscow, to strengthen mutual cooperation.
What potential does Zelenskiy see in Ukraine-India cooperation?
Zelenskiy noted 'great potential' in joint projects and believes closer ties can make both countries stronger.
Where did the meeting between Zelenskiy and Modi take place?
The meeting took place during the G7 summit in France.

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