“We both affirmed the need for zero tolerance in dealing with terrorists and their supporters,” Modi said
Putin, on his part, said both countries have close cooperation in fighting terrorism
Modi said the “highly productive” outcomes of the meeting clearly establish the special and privileged nature of strategic partnership between the two countries
“They also lay the foundations for deeper defence and economic ties in years ahead. The agreements on manufacturing of Kamov 226T helicopters; constructions of frigates; and acquisition and building of other defence platforms are in synergy with India’s technology and security priorities,” he said
The two sides signed an Inter Governmental Agreement for the purchase of S-400 ‘Triumf’ long-range air defence missile system which has the capability to destroy incoming hostile aircraft, missiles and even drones at ranges of up to 400 km
Another important deal is for four Admiral Grigorovich-class (Project 11356) guided-missile stealth frigates.
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