Tuesday, September 1, 2009

India concerned over Pak modifying Harpoon missiles

I
ndia on Monday expressed concern over Pakistan illegally modifying U.S.-supplied Harpoon anti-ship missiles to hit land-based targets, saying this was “against India’s national interest.” Outgoing Navy chief Admiral Suresh Mehta on Monday expressed concern over the reports of Pakistan modifying a US missile to target India. Talking to reporters outdisde his office on Monday, Mehta, wjho retired on Monday said the modification of the Harpoon missile has nothing to do with self defence and is against India’s national interestA U.S. media report on Sunday said that Pakistan had illegally modified the Harpoon missiles to allow them strike land-based targets, making them a potential threat to India. Mehta and Navy Chief designate Nirmal Verma attended the handing over parade ahead of Verma taking charge. Mehta while addressing the gathering said that eastern and western navy fleet have recently participated in several overseas exercises, which in turn helps in improving the image of the country.

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