Russian President Vladimir Putin has ratified the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Agreement (RELOS) with India, formalizing procedures for mutual military deployment, including warships and aircraft, between the two nations. This agreement comes on the heels of Putin’s recent visit to New Delhi and represents a significant strengthening of defense ties amid evolving global security dynamics, particularly in the Indo-Pacific. RELOS will facilitate logistical support for joint exercises and humanitarian missions and enhance operational flexibility for both countries, while also supporting India’s goals for self-reliant defense manufacturing. This pact complements existing frameworks like the Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA) with the United States, but is uniquely tailored to the Indo-Russian relationship. It promises to streamline cooperation and technology transfer, notably in advanced systems such as the BrahMos missile and S-400 air defense, while reinforcing India’s strategic autonomy amidst complex geopolitical challenges. Ultimately, RELOS positions India as a pivotal logistics hub in Eurasia, enhancing deterrence and fostering greater interoperability in a rapidly changing global landscape.