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India-Russia Bilateral Trade Expands by Twenty Percent This Year
Originally reported by ET Economy as: India-Russia trade grew by 20 per cent this year: Russian State Duma Chairman
27 Oct 2026, 11:11 am IST · Xecute.finance News Desk
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Bilateral trade between India and Russia grew by twenty percent during the period, driven largely by significant crude oil imports. Total Indian imports reached forty-four point nine billion dollars, while exports totaled two point eight billion dollars with increased foreign demand for chemicals and other goods. Exporters and trade finance consultants need these bilateral trade metrics to identify emerging sector opportunities. This is a deep dive into the update.
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Bilateral trade between India and Russia expanded by twenty percent this year, according to the Russian State Duma Chairman. During the specified period, India imported forty-four point nine billion dollars worth of Russian goods, with crude oil imports accounting for thirty-six billion dollars. Concurrently, Indian exports to Russia reached two point eight billion dollars, as Moscow increased its purchases of chemicals, electrical goods, medical equipment, seafood, tea, and spices.
This trade growth matters because it reflects shifting global supply chains and economic alignments, particularly in energy procurement and alternative export markets. The expansion opens specific commercial avenues for Indian manufacturers in sectors experiencing higher Russian demand.
Exporters dealing in chemicals, electronics, and agricultural commodities should evaluate logistics and payment channels to capitalize on these rising trade flows. Compliance teams must monitor evolving international trade regulations governing transactions with Russia.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
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