05 April 2012

News Story: Russia vows to help India in becoming a 'strong power'


VISAKHAPATNAM (PTI): Terming the induction of INS Chakra into the Indian Navy as a major milestone, Russia on Wednesday vowed to help India in its efforts to become a strong power capable of combating any threat and noted that bilateral ties had reached a unique level as "privileged strategic partnership".

Speaking on the occasion of induction of Russian-origin nuclear submarine INS Chakra into Navy, Russian Ambassador Alexander M Kadakin said, "Russia is India's best friend and can give everything India needs.

"We want to see India as a strong power, capable of combating any challenge or threat with pride and confidence as a great power in the making." 

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