President Putin: Russian Navy can strike back at any aggressor
(Baonghean.vn) - On July 28, Russian President Vladimir Putin declared that the Russian Navy is the leading force in adapting and developing new defense technologies, while ensuring the country's defense capabilities are sufficient to resist any aggressive actions.
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| Russian President Vladimir Putin. Photo: Getty |
Speaking at the annual Navy Day parade, Mr. Putin emphasized: "Our Navy confidently ensures the security of the country, guarantees its national interests and can deliver an adequate retaliatory blow to any aggressor."
The head of state added that Russia will build a unique fleet, envisioned for a long-term historical perspective. According to President Putin, the Russian Navy will buy 15 new ships and gunboats, upgrade the coast guard and the infrastructure of Russian naval bases in 2019.
Earlier the same day, on the occasion of Navy Day, President Putin sailed to inspect warships participating in the parade in the waters of the Gulf of Finland and the Kronstadt line.
On board the Raptor patrol ship, President Putin greeted and congratulated the crew along with Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Navy Commander Nikolai Evmenov. At least 43 warships and submarines and 41 aircraft took part in the parade.
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