Russia receives billions in new weapons contracts after its operations in Syria

Following Russia's operations in Syria, the Russian Federal Service for Military and Technical Co-Operation has received a whole series of new weapons orders from Asian and African countries, reports newspaper Kommersant citing various sources.

Countries issuing large billion dollar orders include Algeria, Indonesia and Vietnam. Pakistan also plans to place a $500 million order for SU-35 fighter jets. Su-32 bombers, Su-35S fighters and helicopters appear to be popular among the new orders.

According to rough estimates, experts believe marketing impact of the Syrian campaign may result in about $7.6 billion worth of new weapons contracts.

On March 17, President Vladimir Putin stated operations in Syria had cost the Russian budget around $480 million.