Indo russian defence news
Here are some recent news articles and updates on Indo-Russian defense cooperation:
Recent Developments:
- S-400 Triumf Air Defense System: India and Russia have signed a deal worth $5.43 billion for the purchase of S-400 Triumf air defense systems. The deal was signed in October 2018 and is expected to be completed by 2025.
- Akula-II Submarines: India and Russia have signed a deal for the purchase of two Akula-II submarines, which are expected to be delivered by 2025.
- MiG-29K Fighter Jets: India has ordered 45 MiG-29K fighter jets from Russia, which are expected to be delivered by 2025.
- T-90MS Main Battle Tanks: India has ordered 464 T-90MS main battle tanks from Russia, which are expected to be delivered by 2025.
- Kamov Ka-226T Helicopters: India has ordered 60 Kamov Ka-226T helicopters from Russia, which are expected to be delivered by 2025.
Upcoming Events:
- India-Russia Defense Dialogue: The 20th India-Russia Defense Dialogue is scheduled to take place in New Delhi in October 2023.
- MAKS Air Show: The MAKS air show is scheduled to take place in Zhukovsky, Russia in August 2023, where India is expected to showcase its military capabilities and participate in joint exercises with Russia.
Recent News Articles:
- India, Russia to Sign Deal for S-400 Air Defense System: The Hindu, October 2022
- India, Russia Sign Deal for Two Akula-II Submarines: The Economic Times, October 2022
- India, Russia to Strengthen Defense Ties: The Times of India, September 2022
- Russia to Deliver 45 MiG-29K Fighter Jets to India: The Hindu, August 2022
- India, Russia to Cooperate on Military Modernization: The Diplomat, July 2022
Defense Cooperation Agreements:
- Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) on Defense Cooperation: The IGA was signed in 2000 and has been renewed several times since then.
- Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Defense Cooperation: The MoU was signed in 2010 and has been renewed several times since then.
- Cooperation Agreement on Military Technology: The agreement was signed in 2015 and covers cooperation in areas such as military technology, research and development, and production.
Defense Industry Cooperation:
- Joint Venture for Helicopter Production: India and Russia have set up a joint venture for the production of Kamov Ka-226T helicopters in India.
- Cooperation in Military Shipbuilding: India and Russia have signed a cooperation agreement for military shipbuilding, which includes the construction of warships and submarines.
- Cooperation in Military Aviation: India and Russia have signed a cooperation agreement for military aviation, which includes the development and production of fighter jets and helicopters.
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