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Russian Diesel Subs May Go to Taiwan

June 29, 2004 :: Inside the Ring (Washington Times) :: News

Russia could sell some eight diesel-powered submarines to Taiwan, reports the Washington Times. The sale would go indirectly through the United States.
        Putin is quoted as saying that, “If the Americans resell them [to Taiwan], it’s none of Russia’s business.” But of course it is Russia’s business, and the sale could be seen as an effort to counterbalance China, to whom Russia sells substantial military equipment, including submarines. The quiet Kilo-class submarines would reportedly be armed with Russian weapons, but equipped with U.S. electronics and propulsion. (Article)

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