Russian Defense Ministry Ready to Expand Defense Cooperation with India
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Russian Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Ground Forces Colonel General Alexander Matovnikov stated that Russia is satisfied with the positive momentum of defense cooperation with India and is ready to further expand interaction across various fields, emphasizing alignment on multipolarity and regional conflict resolution within frameworks like BRICS.
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Russia and India have maintained a long-standing defense partnership, including joint military exercises and arms deals, while both countries advocate for a multipolar world order and active participation in multilateral forums such as BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.
MOSCOW, September 16. /TASS/. The Russian Defense Ministry is satisfied with the positive momentum of cooperation and is ready to further expand interaction with the Indian Ministry of Defense, Colonel General Alexander Matovnikov, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Ground Forces and Hero of Russia has said.
"We are satisfied with the positive momentum of our cooperation and our shared commitment to implementing projects aimed at enhancing the combat readiness of our countries' armed forces. We are ready to further step up cooperation between our nations' defense agencies across various fields," he said during a meeting with an Indian Armed Forces delegation led by the Chief of the Army Staff, General Dhiraj Seth.
Furthermore, Matovnikov noted the "alignment of approaches between the Republic of India and Russia regarding the shaping of the global order - based on principles of multipolarity - as well as the resolution of regional conflicts."
"Effective cooperation between Russia and India within international organizations, primarily BRICS, serves as confirmation of this," he explained.
For his part, General Dhiraj Seth thanked the Russian side for the warm welcome, hospitality, and the organization of the visit.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Russia and India will announce new joint defense initiatives or exercises in the coming months.
Likely · Within months
Open Questions
- What specific defense projects are planned for expansion?
- Will this cooperation lead to new joint military exercises or technology transfers?
- How might this deepening ties affect Russia's relations with Western countries?
- What is India's strategic calculus in balancing relations with Russia and the West?
