Tue Oct 22 17:45:23 UTC 2024: **Summary of News Article:**

– **Event:** Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Kazan, Russia, for the 16th BRICS Summit, under the theme “Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security.”

– **Bilateral Meeting:** Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin prior to the summit. The meeting included warm greetings, with Putin humorously noting their close relationship.

– **Key Discussions:**
– PM Modi emphasized the strong friendship between India and Russia, referencing his two visits in three months and the successful Annual Summit in Moscow.
– He expressed India’s commitment to a peaceful resolution of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.

– **Future Cooperation:** Modi indicated India’s readiness to support peace and stability efforts in the region.

– **Additional Meetings:** Highlights from the summit included:
– Planned bilateral discussions between PM Modi and the Chinese President and meetings with the Iranian President.
– Xi Jinping and Putin also held a bilateral meet on the sidelines of the summit.

– **BRICS Membership:** Former envoy Ajay Bisaria advocated for establishing clear criteria for future BRICS membership as the group continues to expand.

– **Community Support:** PM Modi was welcomed enthusiastically by the Indian diaspora in Russia during his visit.

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