It seems that they are moving further and further apart over a number of issues. Their leaders still visit each other's countries and rarely miss any opportunity to emphasise their decades-old ties. But nagging doubts remain over their ability to redefine their relationship in a fast-changing world.
The Admiral Gorschkov is a good example. From a negotiated price of $700m, the Russians subsequently demanded $1.2bn with delivery delayed till 2013. Around the same time, the Indian navy has refused to accept an upgraded diesel-powered submarine after delays in the installation of a missile system.
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Over the recent years with Russia trying to regain its status among world nations, India has taking a step back. They look at Russia as an unstable and undecided country. With trade between the two being one of the few ways Russia is staying afloat, these conflicts could be decide how Russia will come out in the end. Both sides deny the relationship between the countries is souring, but only acts and time will tell.Grade this Post
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