Russia is pivotal global power after the color revolutions had been actively engaged with Baltic states. Russia exercises its global influence through its military might and control of hydrocarbons. The pricing of oil prices plays a major role in giving Russia more potency in world politics. Russia is one of the biggest producers of natural gas which runs the global economy by providing fuel to international locomotion. Pakistan has close ties with Russia as they have assisted in numerous projects to garner good relations with each other.
Bilateral ties both countries share bitter-sweet relations since the inception of Pakistan. Pakistan and Russia have completed various projects in economic and cultural contexts. Pakistan trade with Russia in various ways. For example, hydrocarbon import is one of the major import products that is provided by Russia on international fuel rates. The visit of dignitaries of both countries is a usual practice to maintain open means of communications between Pakistan and Russia.
The Defense cooperation between Russia and Pakistan is another area of cooperation and helps improve the military capacity of the country. Russia has sophisticated military technology which Pakistan seeks through mutual defense agreements. The defense cooperation is vital because of Pakistan's proximity to Afghanistan which remains the ground of international power player great game. The major players have backed certain groups and made alliances with the neighboring countries of Afghanistan.
Pak-Russo relations remain a significant factor in Pakistan's major policies. Russia also works with Pakistan to sustain regional stability. Despite their strained relations during Cold War, they kept their diplomatic relations as vital in global politics. Pakistan is keen to keep good ties with Russia and give importance as a key player needed for regional stability, especially after the US withdrawal of its forces to sustain peace and stability in Afghanistan.
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