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2003-12-03 India-Pakistan

India, Russia sign major defence agreements

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Posted by Secret Master 2003-12-03 1:33:51 PM|| || Front Page|| [5 views since 2007-05-07] Top

#1 The Indians got suckered. I think the sweet spot for them must be getting the license to build the SU-30. Perhaps they'll also get a Charlie II out of the deal.

Posted by Shipman 2003-12-3 4:17:26 PM|| 2003-12-3 4:17:26 PM|| Front Page Top

#2 Two carriers, yes, but not with anywhere near the range or power of American carriers. I don't think the Indians were suckered -- their enemies are the Pakistanis and the Chinese, not Americans or Europeans. This is sufficient tech for them for now. And finally, India may or may not be dependable or useful in the WOT beyond Pakistan, but it will be critical in the next stage in 20-30 years, as a strategic partner against China. Right now Sino-Indian relations are warm, but when push comes to shove, India and the US are democracies and China ain't.

Posted by Catfish N. Cod 2003-12-3 9:58:16 PM|| [catfishncod.blogspot.com] 2003-12-3 9:58:16 PM|| Front Page Top

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