Soviet Union 1991

First update

"Speaking of Deputy Minister Mailat, do you have the nerve to propose this price? That's not what you said at the wine table. You also said that this is a US$1.3 billion project, and India will never treat the Soviet Union badly. "

As soon as Minister Azov came up, he questioned the list and quotation proposed by the other party with a serious expression. Although he may not have drunk less than Deputy Minister Mailet last night, Azov has always been able to keep his head clear and full of fighting power. On the contrary, the Indian side seemed a little depressed. The booze they indulged in last night almost made them vomit all their bile, and also caused a representative of the Ministry of National Defense to be sent to the hospital due to alcohol poisoning. In this regard, the Ministry of Defense of the Soviet Union expressed its deep condolences. This is undoubtedly bad news for the Indian Ministry of Defense delegation. What's more, their physical condition is now worse than imagined.

Yazov continued to accuse the other party, "The price of each Su-30mki is 33 million U.S. dollars, but you are thinking of buying an advanced fighter jet for 27 million U.S. dollars? With all due respect, Deputy Minister Mailat really thinks that the Soviet Union's fighting Is the aircraft selling cabbage? 33 million US dollars, not a penny less. This is already the cost price of the Soviet Union. If we lower the price, it will be equivalent to selling it to you at a loss. Besides, you only purchased five fighter jets. Want a massive price reduction?”

"But..." Deputy Minister Mailat wanted to say something more, but was refuted by the aggressive Yazov.

"But that's not what you said at the wine table last night. You said that India was very much in favor of selling fighter jets at a price of 33 million, and even hoped to give an extra two million U.S. dollars. You said this to me yourself. Said.”

Minister Mailat touched the beads of sweat on his forehead. He didn't even know if he had said these words last night. He only remembered that he was carried into the hotel in a daze at the end. He was not the only one who was carried in. people.

Of course, Minister Mailat did not say these words. These were Yazov's inner deterrents, to first defeat the opponent in terms of momentum, and then further threaten him. This approach has proven successful for the Soviet Union.

Yazov firmly set the price and would not relent, "33 million US dollars is our bottom line, and the Soviet Union will not budge even if it is less than one cent. We would rather re-select customers than sell our fighter jets at a loss."

The previous efforts made to entertain the Indian delegation were to firmly catch their attention and give them the illusion that Su 30mki must be purchased.

Minister Mailat fell silent. They indeed hoped to equip more fighter jets at a lower price, but Russia's insistent style made Minister Mailat seem a little embarrassed. Finally he came up with a compromise plan.

Mailat Minister Su 30mki uses an improved and upgraded vector nozzle engine of the al-31f, and uses a phased array radar with a maximum detection range of 150 kilometers. The range, bomb load, ammunition and other functions are the same as the Su-30mkk. Since the engine thrust is much greater than that of the Su-30mkk, and it has a vector nozzle, the thrust is more than 20% higher than that of the basic engine during difficult maneuvers such as climbing and sharp turns, so the thrust-to-weight ratio is much higher than that of the Su-30mkk. The performance and maneuverability are far better than Su 30mk k is much better. In addition, the radar detection range is 50 kilometers longer than that of the Su 30mkk. It has the advantage of being discovered and struck first, making it a multiplier of combat power. Therefore, authoritative military experts from all over the world unanimously believe that a Su 30mki It is equivalent to the air combat capability of two Su-30mkk.

However, because this time Yanayev insisted that the Su-30mki must be independently developed and refused to cooperate with foreign investment, the initiative in negotiations is now completely in the hands of the Soviet Union.

"We require that the Soviet 30mki be purchased exclusively by India, and the Soviet Union is not allowed to export it. In other words, apart from your own equipment, it can only be exported to India." Minister Mailat made such a slightly excessive request.

"We refuse." Minister Yazov waved his hand. He finally understood why Yanayev did not let the military industry get involved in the joint venture, just to maintain the independence of research and development. For Yanayev, foreign investment can only be introduced under forced circumstances such as insufficient funds or unique technology, otherwise development will be curbed.

The number of fighter jets equipped by the Indian Air Force is limited, only 140. This will result in low sales of Su-30mki fighter jets and high development expenses and costs. After amortization, the cost of each aircraft is more than 30 million US dollars. Even more exaggerated. The Soviet Union sold this fighter jet based on the principle of opening up sales channels. How could it be allowed to be exclusively owned by India?

Yazov said righteously, "If India monopolizes the Su-30mki fighter jet, then the Soviet Union will raise the price to US$50 million per aircraft. After all, for the Soviet Union, small profits but quick turnover is the principle. But from Myra From the conversation with the special minister, we can see that India does not have much interest in buying our fighter jets, so in this case, we think the Soviet Union should look for new customers.”

Minister Mailat stopped smiling and asked with a serious expression, "Who are you going to sell to?"

Minister Yazov said the name of a country almost without thinking, "Pakistan."

Mailratt took a deep breath, this was embarrassing.

"Pakistan has always been a loyal customer of France, China and the United States, and the number of fighter jets they deploy is far greater than that of India, which is due to the lack of advanced fighter jets. If we sell the Su-30MKI to Pakistan, it may greatly ease the pressure on the Pakistani Air Force."

Minister Yazov said this with a very calm smile, as if he was telling something insignificant. But these words made Mailat nervous.

"And China? Recommending the Su-30MKI to China, and deploying them in the southwest, will also be a big pressure for India."

If the Soviet Union really recommends the Su-30MKI to China and Pakistan, regardless of whether the two countries will buy it, just thinking about letting Pakistan equip such a fighter jet makes people feel flustered.

The Soviet Union has successfully drunk the magic potion, and now Mailat's mind is full of thoughts on how to become the only user of the Su-30MKI. And the Soviet Union's fatal blow

For India, Pakistan, the McMahon Line and the Asai-Kchin region are their eternal pain.

Minister Mailat finally gave in and softened his tone. He hoped that Minister Yazov would reconsider the matter. "Well, I think we can discuss the price of the Su-30MKI fighter again, right? Minister Yazov?" (~^~)