Jetline Marvel: Armenia is exploring possibility of modernizing its Su-30SM fleet using Indian technology

Armenia is exploring the possibility of modernizing its Su-30SM fleet using Indian technology, Jetline Marvel writes. This includes weapons integration, avionics modernization, and partnership in pilot training.

In a potential strategic shift, Armenia may cancel an expected order for eight additional Su-30SM aircraft from Russia, opting instead to invest in HAL-manufactured Su-30MKIs as part of India’s Make in India initiative. This not only supports Indian industry but also positions Armenia as a defense partner, investing in long-term cooperation.

As regional tensions rise in the South Caucasus, Armenia’s turn to India symbolizes growing confidence in India’s defense ecosystem. This promising partnership could mark the beginning of deeper military and strategic cooperation.