Rafale, Scorpene & 6th-gen jet: How India and France are taking defence ties to the next level
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India and France have advanced their defense partnership to a Special Global Strategic Partnership focused on technology and co-development. Agreements include additional Rafale fighter procurement, Scorpene submarines, and collaboration on 6th-generation jets, enhancing bilateral defense ties.
India and France have elevated their partnership to a Special Global Strategic Partnership. This collaboration focuses on deeper technological and defense cooperation between the nations. Recent agreements include additional Rafale fighter procurement and potential FCAS participation. The relationship has evolved from buyer-seller to co-development and co-production. This partnership aims to build shared industrial and technological capabilities together.