Both countries to cooperate in developing maritime electric propulsion systems for the Indian Navy's vessels
The Bengaluru-based firm aims to double its role in defence aircraft output, targeting a 15% platform share in 3-5 years as it expands capabilities and workforce to meet rising global aerospace demand
India and the UK are "natural partners" in a world that is becoming more "contested and volatile", Britain's Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin said on Monday as he began a three-day visit to India. Admiral Radakin is taking part in a series of high-level meetings in India this week, continuing momentum in building strategic ties between the two countries. The British CDS began his visit to India by paying homage to the fallen soldiers at the National War Memorial this morning ahead of his first meeting with his Indian counterpart Gen Anil Chauhan. The two chiefs reviewed progress on various pillars of the UK-India defence partnership and exchanged views to further expand ties in all the domains, a British readout said. It said the UK and India are natural partners in defence and share a strong and enduring relationship, including collaboration in research, development and training. Admiral Radakin said his visit to India reflects the UK's belief that our security
The UK government will continue its support, though, with defence products ranking amongst Britain's top three exports