The strategic military relationship between Russia and India has reached a new zenith with the ratification of the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistic Support (RELOS) agreement. Approved by the Russian State Duma shortly before President Putin’s visit to India, this pact establishes a framework for reciprocal logistical support for military operations. Indian and Russian forces will gain enhanced access to each other’s bases, ports, and airspace, facilitating smoother joint operations, training missions, and humanitarian endeavors. The agreement covers all aspects of logistical backing, from refueling and resupply to maintenance, ensuring a high degree of interoperability. This development, described as reinforcing the ‘strategic partnership’ between the two nations, creates a formidable military cooperation network. The implications of this strengthened alliance are substantial for regional security, potentially impacting Pakistan’s strategic calculations.
