Russia makes further submarine offer

After failing to secure a contract for the procurement of new submarines several years ago, the Russian government has again approached the Indonesian government to offer Kilo Class Type 636 submarines to bolster the country’s maritime defense system.

Defense Ministry spokesperson Col. Djundan said that on Thursday Russian ambassador MY Galuzin had met with Defense Minister Ryamizard Ryacudu to discuss military and defense partnerships between the two countries.

“Russia is ready to provide several important weapons systems, including the Type 636 submarine, Su-35 Sukhoi jet fighters and MI-17 helicopters,” Djundan told The Jakarta Post on Friday, adding that Russia was also ready to hand over the technology.

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