Article Posted on : - Mar 28, 2013

MOSCOW (BNS): Russia plans to equip its submarine forces with long-range high-precision weapons, which will enhance their strategic deterrent capabilities, the defence minister said.

"There are plans to equip the submarine forces with long-range high-precision weapons. This will significantly enhance the possibility of using submarines as a strategic deterrent," Sergei Shoigu was quoted as saying by RIA Novosti, during a meeting at the Pacific Fleet's submarine command headquarters.

The defence minister said the Pacific Fleet's submarine forces "have particular importance for ensuring strategic stability and Russia's military security in the Far East."