I-day: Russian President talk about India's role in solving regional and global issues

Moscow [Russia]: Wishing Indian President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the 72nd Independence Day, Russian President Vladamir Putin talked about the importance of New Delhi in resolving regional and global issues.

In a letter to President Kovind and PM Modi, the Russian President said,"The achievements of your country in social and economic development are widely recognized. New Delhi plays an important constructive role in solving relevant issues of the regional and global agenda".

"Russia values the relations of special and privileged strategic partnership with India. I am convinced that through joint efforts we will bring about further development of political dialogue, improve bilateral cooperation across all sectors as well as interaction in global affairs", the letter further read.

Putin concluded it by wishing them "wholeheartedly" for their "good health and success, and to all citizens of India - well-being and prosperity".