Modi-Putin's 'Carplomacy': The Rides That Drive India-Russia Ties
From a 45-minute drive together at an SCO Summit to a shared ride at the World Nomad Games in Bishkek, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin have repeatedly turned car journeys into moments of diplomatic symbolism. This report explores how these informal rides have become a powerful expression of personal rapport, strategic continuity and the enduring strength of India-Russia relations amid a rapidly changing global order.
