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India and Russia decide to strengthen their defense relationships

 

India and Russia decide to strengthen their defense relationships



India and Russia have had a long-standing defense relationship, dating back to the Soviet era. Over the years, the two countries have collaborated on a range of defense projects, including the joint development and production of military hardware such as the BrahMos cruise missile, Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter aircraft, and T-90 tanks.

In a recent meeting between the Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and his Russian counterpart Sergey Shoigu, the two sides agreed to further enhance their defence ties. The meeting took place in Moscow, where the two ministers attended the 9th Moscow Conference on International Security.  

During their talks, Singh and Shoigu reviewed the progress made in existing defense projects and discussed potential new areas of cooperation. They expressed satisfaction with the ongoing production of the AK-203 assault rifles in India, which is being manufactured under a joint venture between India's Ordnance Factory Board and Russia's Kalashnikov Concern.

The two sides also discussed the possibility of setting up joint ventures in India for the production of military hardware such as ammunition and spares for Russian-made equipment used by the Indian armed forces.

In addition, the two sides agreed to hold joint military exercises in 2022, involving all three services - Army, Navy and Air Force. This would be a significant step in strengthening military-to-military cooperation between the two countries.

The defense ministers also discussed regional security issues, including the situation in Afghanistan and the threat of terrorism. They reaffirmed their commitment to work together to address these challenges.

India and Russia's defense ties have been under some strain in recent years due to India's growing strategic partnership with the United States. However, the two sides have worked to maintain their relationship, recognizing the importance of their defense partnership to both countries.

Overall, the agreement to boost defense ties between India and Russia is a positive development for both countries. It demonstrates the continuing strength of their strategic partnership and their shared commitment to maintaining regional stability and security.

 

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