This is Prime Minister Narendra Modi's first visit to Ukraine; he landed in Kyiv on Friday, six weeks after meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. It is expected that the two leaders would look into potential areas of collaboration in the fields of science and technology, business, and defense.

Since Ukraine gained its independence in 1991, Modi is the first head of state from India to visit the country, and there are high hopes for diplomatic advancements regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict during his visit.  PM Modi conveyed India's hope for an early return to peace and stability in Ukraine before his trip to Poland and Ukraine. He restated India's pledge to help the region overcome its difficulties as a "friend and partner."

India has maintained a neutral position on the conflict in Ukraine, despite having historically close ties to Russia. India has been able to retain cordial ties with both Russia and Ukraine since the conflict began. But President Zelenskyy's approach to Modi shows that he understands India's strategic significance and global impact.  Zelenskyy wants to gain more support and assistance by working with Modi, which emphasizes the importance of Modi's diplomatic role.

In an intimate meeting with Zelenskyy during the G7 summit, Prime Minister Modi reiterated India's commitment to using diplomatic channels to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict.