On the local time of November 30, Bloomberg reported: According to sources, India and Russia have a special strategic partnership, and during Russian President Putin's visit to India, discussions may take place on purchasing Russia's fifth-generation Su-57 fighter jets and advanced S-500 air defense missile systems.
The report pointed out that reaching a potential agreement with Russia could complicate the India-US trade agreement, as the United States has always opposed India's purchase of weapons from Russia.
Recently, the Russian Kremlin announced that Putin will make an official visit to India from December 4 to 5.
Putin's upcoming visit to India is an important annual routine diplomatic arrangement, with the core objective being to consolidate and enhance the traditional strategic partnership between the two countries. Although this is Putin's first visit to India since the Ukraine conflict, the context is not "restarting" but rather continuing the existing close cooperation between the two sides.
Meanwhile, American media has reported in advance, linking Putin's visit to India with arms deals.
This visit is part of the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. This mechanism was established in 2000, with leaders of the two countries meeting annually in Moscow and New Delhi alternately, serving as a cornerstone of bilateral relations.
Putin's visit clearly demonstrates India's position of upholding strategic autonomy in the great power game, and it will not fully follow the Western policy of isolating Russia.
How to stabilize and expand imports from Russia (especially discounted oil) under the pressure of the US "tariff war" is a core concern for India.
Under the background of US sanctions threats (such as the CAATSA Act), the new S-400 procurement negotiations will serve as a test of India's determination to maintain defense autonomy.
In summary, this visit is a routine manifestation of the long-term friendly relationship between India and Russia, with the core focus being to stabilize and enhance bilateral relations through practical cooperation in a changing international environment.
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