Russia last year had its biggest year for arms sales since the collapse of the Soviet Union, with a total equivalent to 8.35 billion dollars (5.59 billion euros), according to figures announced in February by the Russian president.
"Unfortunately we carry on filling in holes and the objectives for technological modernisation have not been achieved," the Russian president added.
"The quality of military production for the Russian army and foreign exports is causing justified concern from clients," added Industry Minister Viktor Khristenko, speaking at a meeting on the issue and quoted by Interfax.
"We must not give up the position we have had difficulty reaching. It would be a blow to the reputation of Russian weapons and the country," Khristenko said.
Russia last year had its biggest year for arms sales since the collapse of the Soviet Union, with a total equivalent to 8.35 billion dollars (5.59 billion euros), according to figures announced in February by the Russian president.
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
DTN News: Russian President Dmitri Medvedev Unhappy With Quality Of Russian Weapons
DTN News: Russian President Dmitri Medvedev Unhappy With Quality Of Russian Weapons
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(NSI News Source Info) MOSCOW, Russia - October 28, 2009: Russian President Dmitri Medvedev criticised on Monday the pace of military-industrial modernisation, saying it is affecting the quality of Russian weapons and harming national prestige.
"Considerable funds have been invested over the past few years to develop the military-industrial complex. So far the results are mediocre," Medvedev said on Russian television.
Russia last year had its biggest year for arms sales since the collapse of the Soviet Union, with a total equivalent to 8.35 billion dollars (5.59 billion euros), according to figures announced in February by the Russian president.
"Unfortunately we carry on filling in holes and the objectives for technological modernisation have not been achieved," the Russian president added.
"The quality of military production for the Russian army and foreign exports is causing justified concern from clients," added Industry Minister Viktor Khristenko, speaking at a meeting on the issue and quoted by Interfax.
"We must not give up the position we have had difficulty reaching. It would be a blow to the reputation of Russian weapons and the country," Khristenko said.
Russia last year had its biggest year for arms sales since the collapse of the Soviet Union, with a total equivalent to 8.35 billion dollars (5.59 billion euros), according to figures announced in February by the Russian president.
Related Headline News....for full stories click on the links below
~ DTN News: Russian President Dmitry Medvedev Unsatisfied With Pace Of Defense Modernization
Russia last year had its biggest year for arms sales since the collapse of the Soviet Union, with a total equivalent to 8.35 billion dollars (5.59 billion euros), according to figures announced in February by the Russian president.
"Unfortunately we carry on filling in holes and the objectives for technological modernisation have not been achieved," the Russian president added.
"The quality of military production for the Russian army and foreign exports is causing justified concern from clients," added Industry Minister Viktor Khristenko, speaking at a meeting on the issue and quoted by Interfax.
"We must not give up the position we have had difficulty reaching. It would be a blow to the reputation of Russian weapons and the country," Khristenko said.
Russia last year had its biggest year for arms sales since the collapse of the Soviet Union, with a total equivalent to 8.35 billion dollars (5.59 billion euros), according to figures announced in February by the Russian president.
Related Headline News....for full stories click on the links below
~ DTN News: Russian President Dmitry Medvedev Unsatisfied With Pace Of Defense Modernization
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The Russian weapons manufacturers still rely on Soviet-era sales method, ie, the Russian president securing the the sale face to face with the head of State of Client-States. They have no clue about marketing, publicity, trade shows, and company image and presence.
You want an idea on Russian weapons manufactures' marketing skills, just look at any Russian company's website: its has bad English, contains very little and often false or incorrect information and when they provide an email, they never reply to any emails one sends.
When one writes to Boeing or EADS, they reply right away.
Taxpayer: I agree with you.
I am always pleased to have your input on any subject., which are intellectual and informative.
Kind regards
Roger
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