International 24 August 2026
EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar Co-Chairs 27th IRIGC-TEC Session in Russia
Why in the News?
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar paid an official visit to Russia from August 23 to 24, 2026, to co-chair the 27th session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-TEC).
Key Features / Major Points:
Co-chairing Meeting: Dr. S. Jaishankar co-chaired the 27th IRIGC-TEC session alongside Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov.
Bilateral Cooperation: Detailed discussions were held on boosting cooperation across trade, investment, energy, science, technology, and cultural ties.
Bilateral Meeting: EAM Jaishankar also met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to exchange views on pressing regional and global issues.
Strategic Importance: The visit served as a crucial foundation for upcoming high-level strategic dialogues and meetings between both nations.
Static GK Facts:
IRIGC-TEC: The apex bilateral mechanism driving trade, economic, and technical engagement between India and Russia.
Russia's Capital & Currency: Capital: Moscow | Currency: Russian Ruble.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Who co-chaired the 27th IRIGC-TEC session in Russia on behalf of India?
A: Dr. S. Jaishankar (External Affairs Minister)
Q: Who is the current Foreign Minister of Russia who met Dr. S. Jaishankar during his visit?
A: Sergey Lavrov
Q: What is the capital of Russia?
A: Moscow