Russia - Indonesia Arms Deal

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Sept 6, 2007: Vladimir Putin visited Indonesia for one day to witness the signing of an arms deal between the Russia and Indonesia. The deal in Jakarta will give Indonesia a state loan of $1bn (£500m) to buy Russian arms.
Fast Facts:
1. Indonesia's defence minister: "Part of [the deal with Russia] is to reduce our dependency on the United States"
2. signalling Russia's intent to extend its influence in another country with traditionally close links to the US

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Russia - Indonesia Arms Deal Central Figures
- Vladimir Putin
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- Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono
  - Wikipedia: Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono
  - BBC News: Profile: Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono

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