New Delhi, May 13 -- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday noted steady and sustained growth in India and Russia's bilateral partnership.

Jaishankar, while delivering opening remarks in his meeting with Russian FM Sergey Lavrov said that the economic and energy dimensions have become more pronounced in the past few years.

"Excellency, I warmly welcome you and your delegation to India for the BRICS foreign minister's meeting. This is also an occasion to review our special and privileged strategic partnership and exchange views on global developments," he said.

Jaishankar said that even in the volatile global environment, Russia- India partnership has seen steady growth.

"The last few years have seen a steady and sustained...