Bloomberg: India Plans to Discuss Procurement of Su-57 Fighter Jets and S-500 Air Defense Systems with Russia
According to Bloomberg, India is preparing to hold discussions on the procurement of Russian military equipment - the Su-57 fighter jets and S-500 air defense systems. The relevant negotiations are planned to take place during Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India.
The report stated: "This discussion involves key elements of the strategic partnership."
The report further noted that Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh had previously emphasized that the defense relationship with Russia is aimed at the long term. At the same time, India will continue to purchase the military equipment it needs in the future.
According to sources from Bloomberg, operating more than 200 Russian aircraft will help India smoothly transition to purchasing Russia's new generation of fighter jets. However, it is unlikely that a final agreement will be reached during Putin's visit.
It is reported that the Russian president's visit to India is scheduled for December 4th to 5th. On December 2nd, before that, Putin will meet with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow.
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