The correct answer is: B. Russia
India and Russia signed a Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) to strengthen the cooperation on strategic projects in the field of Railways on 21st December 2021. The JDI was signed by the Minister of Railways, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, and the Minister of Transport of the Russian Federation, Mr. Vitaly Savelyev, on the sidelines of the 21st India-Russia Annual Summit in New Delhi.
The JDI aims to promote cooperation between the two countries in the areas of high-speed rail, rolling stock manufacturing, railway electrification, and signaling and telecommunications. It also envisages the establishment of a joint working group to identify and implement specific projects in these areas.
The signing of the JDI is a significant step in strengthening the bilateral cooperation between India and Russia in the field of railways. It will help to promote the development of the railways sector in both countries and will also contribute to the growth of the bilateral trade and economic relations.
Here is a brief explanation of each option:
- Sweden: India and Sweden have a strong bilateral relationship, which is based on shared values and interests. The two countries have been cooperating in a number of areas, including trade, investment, technology, and education. However, there is no JDI between India and Sweden on strategic projects in the field of Railways.
- Russia: India and Russia have a long history of cooperation in the field of railways. The two countries have been working together on a number of projects, including the construction of the Chennai-Mysuru High Speed Rail Corridor and the modernization of the Indian Railways. The signing of the JDI will further strengthen the cooperation between the two countries in the field of railways.
- Germany: India and Germany have a strong bilateral relationship, which is based on shared values and interests. The two countries have been cooperating in a number of areas, including trade, investment, technology, and education. However, there is no JDI between India and Germany on strategic projects in the field of Railways.
- Italy: India and Italy have a strong bilateral relationship, which is based on shared values and interests. The two countries have been cooperating in a number of areas, including trade, investment, technology, and education. However, there is no JDI between India and Italy on strategic projects in the field of Railways.