The Re-Making of Indian PM Modi's Foreign Policy: Russia versus Ukraine

Part One of a Two Part Series

Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Ukraine on Friday marked a historic moment, making him the first Indian leader to visit the country since the Soviet Union’s collapse in 1991. The trip follows President Zelensky’s recent expression of “strong disappointment” over Modi’s warm reception of his adversary, President Putin, during their meeting in Moscow six weeks ago.

So, what is behind the diplomatic dance?