The Venezuelan Navy is getting ready to engage in joint high-seas maneuvers with a Russian fleet in the Caribbean by the end of November, in order to exchange experiences, reported on Thursday Jesús González, a Venezuelan top military officer.
The Russian fleet, comprising four warships, including the nuclear battle cruiser Peter the Great, set sail some weeks ago and it is expected to arrive in Venezuelan waters late November.
'Venezuela has gained a lot of experience with such exchanges. It is an extraordinary opportunity to gather information and improve technology,' González said in an interview with state-run channel Venezolana de Televisión (VTV).
He stressed that Russia has helped to strengthen Venezuela's defense and security technology. The government of President Hugo Chávez bought a number of Russian weapons, including Sukhoi Su-30 fighter jets; helicopters; Kalashnikov rifles. In addition, there are plans for new purchases.
Thursday, October 30, 2008
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