New Delhi: India, Japan and Russia have identified energy, coal mining, transport and logistics, maritime connectivity, diamond processing, pharmaceuticals and healthcare among areas of potential cooperation in the Russian Far East, a statement after talks among the three countries said on Wednesday.
The talks among representatives of the three countries, that took place last week, happened for the first time, the statement said adding that it was at the Track II or semi official level.
It may be seen as an attempt by India and Japan – both part of the grouping loosely known as the Quad along with the US and Australia — to engage Russia. Russia and China – who have developed strong ties in recent years – are opposed to the Quad seen as a US led initiative and aimed at containing Beijing.
