Russian Prime Minister, Vladimir Putin concluded his Indian trip by sealing deals on strategic and energy fields. Though it was a 22 hour pit stop, several important deals were made. This include deals on nuclear cooperation and defense. There were talks on future commitments in the energy field. Russia has been India's best friend for decades. History teaches that Russia is the only country we can rely on.India had benefited hugely from Russian arms. Yet, India is increasingly taking the friendship as granted and moving towards the crooked Americans. There may be reasons for the shift. First and foremost would be the shrinking clout of Russia. Russia is no match to the Soviet Republic. This is not an alibi for going behind America. At the end of the day, America is with Pakistan. Whatever be our relations with Americans, they have got their strategic interest in Pakistan. Which nation had supported India in a war by sending a warship to intimidate America? It is Russia only.
India should cooperate with Russia in global stages like Shanghai Cooperation,BRIC forum etc. The recent lull in the relations between two countries is due to the increasing clout of US in south block. For our strategic advantage the alliance with Russia is more fruitful. Because whatever planes or missiles we get from US is of no advantage as Pakistan will get those arms for its dubious task of dismantling Al Qaeda terrorists camps. The latest example being the F series planes which India intends to buy. Meanwhile Putin had clearly told the media that Russia won't sell arms to Pakistan in view of its friendship with India. Russia too have some bitter experience with Pakistan.
So far the trade between the two nation has been skewed in favour of Russia. India should think of larger investments in Russia. This is the only way to balance the trade.The Indian Industry must further expand their business in Russia. Russia offers limitless opportunity for energy companies. Some of our government companies like ONGC have begun their investments.Corporate India should seize the opportunity of goodwill with Russia.
India should cooperate with Russia in global stages like Shanghai Cooperation,BRIC forum etc. The recent lull in the relations between two countries is due to the increasing clout of US in south block. For our strategic advantage the alliance with Russia is more fruitful. Because whatever planes or missiles we get from US is of no advantage as Pakistan will get those arms for its dubious task of dismantling Al Qaeda terrorists camps. The latest example being the F series planes which India intends to buy. Meanwhile Putin had clearly told the media that Russia won't sell arms to Pakistan in view of its friendship with India. Russia too have some bitter experience with Pakistan.
So far the trade between the two nation has been skewed in favour of Russia. India should think of larger investments in Russia. This is the only way to balance the trade.The Indian Industry must further expand their business in Russia. Russia offers limitless opportunity for energy companies. Some of our government companies like ONGC have begun their investments.Corporate India should seize the opportunity of goodwill with Russia.
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