Russian troops, warships in India soon? Why their new military pact matters
Summary
Russia and India have activated a new military agreement called RELOS, allowing each country to station troops, warships, and aircraft on the other's territory. This pact, effective for five years, enables both nations to use each other's military bases and ports for support services like refueling, repairs, and supplies, strengthening their defense cooperation.Key Facts
- RELOS stands for Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Support.
- The agreement allows up to 3,000 troops, 5 warships, and 10 aircraft from each country to be stationed on the other's soil.
- It includes use of military bases, naval ports, airfields, and airspace during peace and war.
- The pact covers logistics like refueling, repairs, supplies, navigation, and security for military forces.
- The deal lasts five years and can be extended with agreement from both sides.
- This is the first time India has allowed foreign troops to be stationed on its land temporarily.
- The agreement strengthens Russia-India defense ties amid global conflicts and economic tensions.
- Russia gains strategic access to the Indian Ocean, while India gains access to Russian ports along the northern sea route.
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