According to Russian news agencies and other media reports on the 16th, after U.S. President Trump revealed that India had promised to stop buying Russian oil, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Novak spoke, saying that the Russian side continued to cooperate with friendly partners.

"We continue to cooperate with our friendly partners." Novak said that Russian energy is in demand in the global market. From an economic point of view, it is beneficial and reasonable to buy Russian energy. He believes that friendly partners will continue to work with Russia and promote cooperation in the energy field.

RIA Novosti said that when asked if he received relevant signals from partners after the US made remarks, Novak said that according to some countries, no one can instruct them to act, and they will choose their own path independently.

Trump said at a press conference on Sunday that Prime Minister Modi had assured him that India would stop buying Russian oil, "it is a big step forward." A spokesman for the Indian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Friday that India would prioritize the interests of Indian consumers in the energy sector.