Russia and China may cooperate in the production of civilian drones – Kommersant

Russia and China can exchange advanced technologies within the framework of cooperation, Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said at the Russian-Chinese business forum in Shanghai. According to him, cooperation between the two countries may also affect the production of civilian drones and equipment for oil refining.

“The areas of our cooperation may include not only the organization of industrial production and enterprises for the deep processing of raw materials, but also the provision of mutual access to advanced technologies, the promotion of promising innovative solutions and, of course, the harmonization of national standards and technical requirements,” said Mr. Mishustin (quoted from TASS).

In his opinion, “mechanical engineering for the fuel and energy complex represents a significant potential.” Among other promising areas of cooperation, he named shipbuilding and the machine tool industry, the production of civil unmanned aerial systems, as well as the timber industry. “When implementing high-tech projects, the Russian government is ready to provide entrepreneurs of the two states with comprehensive support,” the Russian prime minister assures.

Politico informedthat at the end of 2022, Russian companies received 12 batches of components for drones and more than 12 tons of body armor. They were delivered from China to Russia via Turkey and the UAE. According to the publication, Chinese companies, including one associated with the Chinese government, sent Russia about 1,000 carbines and other equipment and equipment. The United States said that China supplies Russia non-lethal military assistance and is considering sending weapons. Beijing rejected this.

Laura Keffer