“Strengthening Defence Ties: India and France Forge Ahead to Develop Next-Gen Military Equipment, Reveals French Envoy” – indiansupdate
On July 13 and 14, Prime Minister Modi travelled to Paris, where both leaders stated their commitment to enhancing all-around strategic collaboration, particularly in security.
During the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Paris, India and France reached an agreement to build new generation military hardware as part of a long-term framework, according to French Ambassador Emmanuel Lenain.
The envoy also stated that there is “real” political agreement in France to strengthen connections with India, citing discussions Modi had with Prime Minister Lisa Borne, Presidents of the French National Assembly Yal Braun-Pivet and the French Senate Grard Larcher.
It indicates there is genuine agreement in France on India. There is no distinction. At a media briefing, Lenain remarked, “Everyone is very helpful, and it is one of the hallmarks of our collaboration.
On July 13 and 14, Prime Minister Modi travelled to Paris, where both leaders reiterated their commitment to enhancing bilateral strategic collaboration, notably in the area of defence.
“The two nations have traditionally placed a high priority on defence cooperation because we believe that security is a prerequisite for independence. We also need high-quality tools and technology to be secure, added Lenain.
The acquisition of 26 Rafale-M (naval variant) aircraft and the three-Scorpene submarine from France was approved on July 13 by the Defence Acquisition Council, which is chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
The representative said that the two nations are putting up a production schedule for cutting-edge military equipment and technology.
“We have made the decision to collaborate and co-develop the upcoming equipment. In the area of defence, we are developing a plan, he stated without going into further detail.
Lenain said that the two sides are trying to greatly extend their defence collaboration, so it goes well beyond just one or two platforms.
Modi’s visit to Paris, according to Ambassador Lenain, was a sign of “trust and strong partnership” between the two countries.
“It was a very good and significant visit to send a strong message of trust and friendship,” he continued.
The envoy reported modest progress on the 1650 MW nuclear power plant in Jaitapur, Maharashtra.
All concerns, including those connected with civil nuclear responsibility, cost, and techno-commercial issues, are being discussed by both parties.
In order to honour the 100th anniversary of both India’s independence and the establishment of diplomatic ties between the two nations, both sides decided to adopt a 25-year plan during Modi’s visit. The roadmap will determine the path for the bilateral relationship up to 2047.
A century of cooperation will be represented by the blueprint for the following 25 years. The roadmap is quite ambitious, according to Lenain.
He declared that both parties are dedicated to increasing their mutual collaboration in the Indo-Pacific.
Following discussions between Modi and Macron, the two leaders of France and India presented a framework for enhancing Indo-Pacific cooperation.
“Our two countries believe in a free, open, inclusive, secure and peaceful Indo-Pacific region,” the plan stated.
According to the statement, “We believe that the India-France partnership will be a crucial pillar of the interconnected and intersecting arrangements in the Indo-Pacific region and indispensable for a peaceful and prosperous future for the Indo-Pacific region.”
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