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India expressed interest in co-production of Stryker combat vehicle: US
US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell emphasized the importance of frank dialogue with India regarding New Delhi's ties with Russia, particularly in the technology sector, including defense. Despite US concerns about potential technology leakage to Russia due to India's use of Russian defense equipment, Campbell expressed trust and confidence in India's capabilities. He noted that while there are disagreements, both countries maintain respectful discussions. Campbell also highlighted discussions on the Quad initiative during recent meetings between US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and India's NSA Ajit Doval, affirming strong commitment to hold the Quad summit by year-end.
US has 'some concerns' over India-Russia military engagement: Kurt Campbell
US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell has expressed concerns over India's military and technology engagement with Russia, but also has confidence in New Delhi to advance partnership in key areas. The US is seeking to develop a deeper and stronger technological relationship with India, despite the ongoing relationship between India and Russia. Campbell emphasized that while there are areas of alignment between the US and India, there may be differences in perspectives and historical ties.
India-US advance talks on joint production of Stryker armoured combat vehicles
India and the US are in advanced negotiations to co-produce the latest generation of Stryker armoured infantry combat vehicles (ICVs). This three-phase project includes initial purchases, joint production in India, and co-development of future versions, supporting India's "Atmanirbhar Bharat" mission. Customization for Indian terrain, high-altitude areas, and significant technology transfer are key aspects. This collaboration, promoted by the US as part of their strategic defence partnership, aims to modernize India's mechanized infantry, replacing over 2,000 outdated BMP-II vehicles. The Stryker offers advanced capabilities, enhancing India's defence industry and military readiness.
In defence of everything
The Americans have proposed, once again, joint production of the Javelin anti-tank missile, an offer first made in 2013. But things got stuck over tech transfer and pricing. Let's see what happens this time. Incidentally, Army chief Manoj Pande is currently on a visit to explore 'new avenues and opportunities'. It's the first trip by an army chief since 2019, a gap US officials were keen to bridge. Besides meeting his counterpart Randy George, Pande will travel to San Francisco and Seattle and meet US Army Special Forces and Stryker units.
Army chief Manoj Pande’s upcoming US visit aimed at strengthening strategic partnership
Army Chief General Manoj Pande embarks on a significant visit to the United States, aiming to strengthen bilateral strategic ties and enhance military cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. Scheduled talks with US Army Chief General Randy George will cover military transformation, collaborative production initiatives, and addressing regional security concerns, notably China's assertiveness. Discussions include joint production of Stryker vehicles and co-production of GE-F414 jet engines, reflecting a broader defense collaboration roadmap.
India, US bolster defence cooperation in response to China: Joint production of combat vehicles, drones in focus
On Friday, Lloyd Austin, the Defense Secretary of the United States, declared a collaborative effort between India and the US in the co-production of infantry combat vehicles, signifying a pivotal advancement in their defense industrial partnership. This revelation unfolds against the backdrop of heightened strategic cooperation between the two nations, a response to the escalating military assertiveness demonstrated by China.
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India-US defence ties take a quantum leap as nations ink twin pacts for armed drones, jet engines
Officials hope the co-production of the GE-F414 INS6 turbo-fan engines in India to power the indigenous Tejas Mark-2 fighters — existing Tejas Mark1 jets have GE-F404 engines procured without any transfer of technology (ToT) — in turn will pave the way for a robust defence-industrial collaboration in other arenas as well.
India, US near deal to build fighter jet engines in boost to PM Modi's defence manufacturing plan
The jet engine agreement would fit in with Modi’s wider push to boost defense manufacturing locally but with technology partnerships with nations that are keen to draw New Delhi into their orbit as Russia’s war in Ukraine drags on into a second year.
US, Indian Army soldiers celebrate Basant Panchami in Rajasthan
Amid the 16th edition of the Indo-US joint military exercise 'Yudh Abhyas', at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges (MFFR) at Bikaner in Rajasthan), there was a colourful celebration of Basant Panchami where the US Army soldiers along with their Indian counterparts danced to the tunes of mesmerising music while wearing colourful Indian attire to foot-tapping Punjabi songs.
Indo-US joint military exercise 'Yudh Abhyas' begins in Rajasthan
The official said a number of aerial platforms, including the newly inducted indigenous Advance Light Helicopter WSI 'RUDRA', MI-17, Chinooks, Stryker Vehicles of the US Army and BMP-II Mechanised Infantry Combat Vehicles of the Indian Army, will be utilised in the exercise, which will go on till February 21.
First Indo-US combat drill of Biden era in Rajasthan next week
Yudh Abhyas, which comes after India conducted the 24th edition of the top-notch `Malabar’ naval exercise with the other Quad countries (US, Japan and Australia) in November, will be followed by the ‘Vajra Prahar’ land combat exercise in March.
Government fast-tracks Rs 60,000-crore ‘Make in India’ project for infantry combat vehicle
Defence ministry is finally fast-tracking the long-pending mega ‘Make in India’ project to produce at least 2,610 future infantry combat vehicles for the Army at an estimated cost of about Rs 60,000 crore.
India, US troops take part in simulated military operation
Troops of Indian and US armies conducted night operations to neutralise and flush out insurgents hiding in a village in Rajasthan.
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