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India.com
6 days ago
- Business
- India.com
World Turns Cold On Su-57E: Will India Still Consider To Buy Russia's ‘Stealth Beast'?
New Delhi: Su-57E - Russia's fifth-generation stealth fighter - is under scrutiny once again. No country across the globe seems to be interested acquiring the fighter jet despite Moscow's consistent efforts to sell it to countries such as India, Algeria and Malaysia. Rosoboronexport, a Russian defence firm, said that it would put on display the aircraft at the LIMA 2025 International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition in Malaysia. However, the fighter jet, as reported by the media, never made it to the exhibition. In an absence that raised many eyebrows, only a scale model of the jet was showcased at a booth of the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) in the Malaysian exhibition. Malaysia's indifference towards Su-57E in its Multi-Role Combat Aircraft (MRCA), India's exit from the Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft (FGFA) programme and the fighter aircraft's absence at LIMA 2025 all narrated the same saga - the Russian "Felon" is likely to turn out are a big "failure". Let's understand the Su-57E. It is an export variant of Russian Su-57 fighter jet, which is a fifth-generation stealth aircraft that is armed with cutting-edge missile systems and designed for multi-role operations and radar evasion. It is capable of carrying long-range air-to-air missiles such as R-37M and can strike targets up to 400 kilometres away. Without disclosing the name of the country, a confident Russia had earlier claimed that the first buyer of the jet would start operating it by this year (2025). Algeria was seen as the possible acquirer. But neither the countr nor Russia has so far confirmed the deal. Why is Malaysia delaying its fighter jet programme? Began in 2009, Malaysia's MRCA programme is aimed at replacing its aging MiG-29s. Earlier, the programme featured jets such as Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet, Saab Gripen, Dassault Rafale and Eurofighter Typhoon, but the country's focus in recent years seems to have turned towards acquiring fifth-generation or near-fifth-generation fighter aircraft. Malaysia, despite this apparent shift, has not so far made any final decision. As a result, the role of Su-57E remains uncertain. Russia's Continued India Push Meanwhile, Russia continues to try pushing India to buy the Su-57E even after the latter's withdrawal from the FGFA project in 2018. India exited from the project, as reports suggest, because of unsatisfactory performance of the fighter jet and its high cost. Russia apparently has not given up and continues to pursue the deal. It is seeming attempting to capitalise on India's rising need for advanced fighter aircraft. Russia offered India a "Golden Deal" during Aero India 2025 - a mega aerospace and defence exhibition organised at Bangaluru's Yelahanka Air Force Station from February 10 to 14. Moscow offered New Delhi prompt delivery of Su-57E's, its local production in India and assistance in India's indegenous fifth-generation fighter aircraft program (AMCA). Moscow also told India that if it accepts the deal, Indian firms manufacturing the Su-30MKI can soon begin producing the Su-57E. New Approach Post Pakistan Conflict Following recent exchange of firepower with Pakistan in response to the April 22 deadly terror attack on tourists at Baisaran meadows in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, Russia has been aggressively making efforts aimed at promoting the Su-57E. In an interview with Sputnik, a Russian state-run news agency and radia broadcast service, a military observer from Moscow, Igor Korotchenko, said India should, without a second thought, go for acquiring the Su-57MKI that is especially designed for New Delhi and equipped with long-range missiles like the R-37M - keeping its requirements in mind. At the same time, a few Russian bloggers are trying to project Su-57 as superior to the Rafale. They are leaving no stone unturned to urge India to invest in it. New Delhi, however, has not so far respond to the suggestions, either unofficially or officially. It appears that the path for Su-57E's acquisition is not an easy one. It will be interesting to note that whether the fighter jet manages to find a place in the international defense market in the years to come.
News18
7 days ago
- Business
- News18
Russia Wooing India With 'Rafale-Beater' Sukhoi Su-57E. Why Is The Deal Still Grounded?
Last Updated: At Aero India 2025, Russia proposed a "golden deal" offering early deliveries of the Sukhoi Su-57E, with domestic manufacturing under the 'Make in India' initiative. Russia's ambition to position its fifth-generation stealth fighter, the Sukhoi Su-57E, as a formidable player in the global defence market continues to face headwinds. Despite the country's ongoing efforts to market the aircraft to strategic partners like India, Malaysia, and Algeria, the aircraft's journey toward export success remains uncertain. At the recently concluded Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA 2025) in Malaysia, the spotlight was expected to fall on the Sukhoi Su-57E. Rosoboronexport, Russia's state arms exporter, had announced with some fanfare that the aircraft would be showcased at the event. However, as images from the exhibition began circulating, observers noticed something missing: the jet itself. Only a scale model was displayed at the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) pavilion; no actual Sukhoi Su-57E made it to the airshow. The Sukhoi Su-57E is the export variant of the Sukhoi Su-57, Russia's answer to fifth-generation platforms like the American F-22 and F-35. Engineered for stealth, supermaneuverability, and equipped with long-range air-to-air missiles such as the R-37M, with a reported range of up to 400 kilometres, the Sukhoi Su-57E represents Russia's bid to enter the elite club of next-generation fighter producers. Russia has long claimed that the jet would attract buyers from Asia and North Africa. It even hinted that the first foreign customer would begin operating the Sukhoi Su-57E by 2025, though it refrained from naming the country. Algeria is often speculated to be that partner, but no official confirmation has been offered by either side. India once stood as a close collaborator in Russia's fifth-generation fighter ambitions. As part of the now-defunct FGFA (Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft) project, India had initially partnered with Russia but exited in 2018, citing concerns over cost, performance, and production delays. Despite that setback, Russia has kept the door open. At the Aero India show in February 2025, Russia had proposed a 'golden deal" offering early deliveries of the Sukhoi Su-57E, domestic manufacturing under India's Make in India initiative, and cooperation in India's indigenous Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) programme. Russian commentators even proposed an India-specific Su-57MKI variant outfitted with powerful long-range missiles. Still, India has yet to respond officially. With no visible movement on the deal, the pitch remains, at best, aspirational. Meanwhile, Malaysia's MRCA (Multi-Role Combat Aircraft) program, originally launched in 2009 to replace aging MiG-29 fighters, has yet to reach a final decision. The initial competition featured fourth-generation jets like the Eurofighter Typhoon and Dassault Rafale, but attention has gradually shifted toward more advanced platforms. Despite Russian efforts to position the Sukhoi Su-57E as a contender, the jet's absence at LIMA 2025 may further weaken its chances in Malaysia's defence planning. Though the Sukhoi Su-57E, nicknamed 'Felon" by NATO, remains a source of pride for Russia's defence industry, its export story is yet to be written. Defence analysts note that while the aircraft's theoretical capabilities are impressive, its limited deployment even within Russia's own air force, and its absence from major airshows, raises questions about its production scalability and operational readiness. Enthusiastic endorsements from Russian defence circles and social media influencers continue. Some even compare the Sukhoi Su-57E favourably to other fighter jets like France's Rafale. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: May 26, 2025, 12:56 IST
Russia Today
24-05-2025
- Business
- Russia Today
Russia ranks among top five global arms exporters
Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised the country's formidable position among global arms exporters. He emphasized that being ranked among the world's top five sellers highlights the quality of Russian-made weapons. 'Russia continues to remain among the top five leaders in the global arms market and maintains its leading export positions in many areas,' Putin said on Friday during a meeting on military and technical cooperation. The president stated that the order portfolio for Russian military products amounts to tens of billions of dollars, and he called for a further increase in the volume of exports. Putin highlighted the need to improve cooperation with foreign partners by offering not only specific weapons and equipment but also a broader range of services, in order to boost Russian arms exports in a highly competitive environment. He noted that such services could include 'technological cooperation and the joint development of advanced models, assistance in their repair and modernization, as well as the supply of spare parts and training of foreign professionals.' In November, the CEO of Russia's state-run arms agency Rosoboronexport, Aleksandr Mikheev, told Vedomosti newspaper that the nation's export order portfolio remained at a record level of $55 billion in 2024. He noted that the agency signed contracts for the supply of more than 30 types of modern weapons and military equipment to foreign customers. Earlier this month, the head of the Russian state-owned defense conglomerate Rostec, Sergey Chemezov, said that Rosoboronexport had signed over 20 contracts worth a total of about $7 billion since the beginning of the current year. In 2024, Russia ranked second in global arms sales, with exports accounting for 12.32% of the international market, according to data compiled by the Centre for Analysis of World Arms Trade (CAWAT). The US dominated the sector (37.92%), and the other top sellers were France (6.90%), South Korea and Italy (5.10% each).
Malaysia Sun
23-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysia Sun
LIMA 2025 draws global defense, aerospace industry leaders
LANGKAWI, Malaysia, May 22 (Xinhua) -- The Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) continues to serve as a key platform for global defense and aerospace companies to showcase their latest technologies, attracting major industry players across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Kicked off on Tuesday, this year's edition saw strong international participation, drawing attention from both Malaysian and foreign officials, including Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who visited several company pavilions and was briefed on the products on display. Among the notable developments, Russian defense firms returned to LIMA after a six-year absence. Participants included the state arms exporter Rosoboronexport, Russian Helicopters, United Aircraft Corporation, and the state space corporation Roscosmos. Highlights include mock-ups of the Su-57 fighter, Su-75 light fighter and an updated IL-76 cargo transport aircraft, as well as other items such as the Orlan reconnaissance and targeting drone and the Lancet loitering munition. Firms from Trkiye are among the largest foreign exhibitors, with munitions manufacturer Roketsan and Aselsan, which is known for its advanced remote-controlled weapon systems, communication equipment and electro-optical systems. Among the notable French firms are Naval Group, a French industrial group specialised in naval defence and marine renewable energy, global aviation giant Thales, and aero engine and aviation equipment manufacturer Safran. South Korea's Korea Aerospace Industries showcases its FA-50 light fighter. Malaysia has ordered 18 units of the aircraft, with deliveries expected to begin in 2026. Organized biennially, the exhibition features 860 exhibitors representing various sectors in maritime and aerospace.
India Gazette
20-05-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
India deployed Russian T-72 battle tanks against Pakistan media
The armor reportedly played a crucial role in destroying posts across the border, cutting off suspected terrorist infiltration routes The Indian Army used T-72 main battle tanks to destroy several Pakistani cross-border posts between May 7 and May 10, according to local media reports. The tanks were put in position ahead of India's military strikes on suspected terrorist facilities in Pakistan-controlled territory, codenamed Operation Sindoor, to take on specific targets marked out by the army, the NDTV website reported. The key role of the T-72s was to destroy the routes through which terrorists could infiltrate into India, according to the report. "We also hit enemy posts which were facilitating infiltration. We know which posts are used as bases for infiltration by the enemy. An informed call was taken - and the targets were hit," NDTV cited an Indian Army colonel as saying. Operation Sindoor was launched on May 7 in response to a terrorist attack in April in the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir that claimed the lives of 26 people, mostly tourists. India has blamed the attack on a front that is an offshoot of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, while Islamabad has denied any direct or indirect involvement. Hours after Indian missiles struck Pakistani targets on May 7, Islamabad responded with attacks on various locations in Jammu and Kashmir, which New Delhi said resulted in at least 16 fatalities and dozens of injuries. Fighting between the South Asian neighbors continued until May 11 when a ceasefire was agreed upon by both sides. T-72 tanks have long been a mainstay of the Indian Army's armored fleet. In March, New Delhi signed a $248million contractwith Rosoboronexport, the Russian state agency for defense exports, to procure engines for the Indian Army's T-72s. The deal included technology transfer to support local production under New Delhi's 'Make in India' initiative, which aims to increase self-reliance on domestic defense manufacturing. From 2005 to 2025, Rosoboronexport signed contracts with India worth $50 billion, with total Russian military equipment supplies to the country reaching $80 billion. India also used the Russian-madeS-400mobile surface-to-air system to repel Pakistani attacks. "Platforms like the S-400 have given unprecedented strength to the country," Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in an address to soldiers last week. Around 60% of the Indian military's hardware is of Russian origin, and the two countries have expressed their willingness to further deepen ties. (
