Russia, India to continue to share experience in peaceful uses of atomic energy, enhance energy security - Putin
MOSCOW. May 31 (Interfax) - Russia intends to continue to share best practices in the use of atomic energy with India, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
In his article 'Russia and India: 70 years together' published by The Times of India, Putin called cooperation in peaceful uses of atomic energy one of the fundamental components of the relationship between India and Rusia.
He mentioned the construction of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (NPP), emphasizing that it contributes to the implementation of plans to develop nuclear energy in India involving the construction of at least 12 power units in the country by 2020.
"These goals are stipulated in a joint document - the Strategic Vision for Strengthening India-Russia Cooperation in Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy. We intend to further share best practices in this important industry with India and contribute to enhancing its energy security," the article said, whose text was published on the Kremlin's website on Tuesday.
