Defence Co Operation
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India–France review partnership in key meet, emphasise defence and civil nuclear cooperation
India | Apr 14, 2026, 08:20 AM ISTThe meeting was conducted under the India-France Foreign Office Consultations framework, bringing together Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Martin Briens, Secretary-General of the French Foreign Ministry. Both sides reviewed ongoing cooperation and explored ways to strengthen ties further.
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India proposes Akash Missile supply to Brazil to boost defence ties
India | Oct 16, 2025, 07:34 AM ISTBoth sides held detailed discussions on ways to deepen their strategic partnership. According to a statement from the Indian Defence Ministry, the talks focused on identifying key areas for joint collaboration, particularly in defence production and technology.
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US Defence Secretary Austin hails ties with India, says they are based on 'common vision and values'
World | Jun 01, 2024, 04:34 PM ISTAustin said that relations between the US and India enjoy a good momentum and will gradually pick up speed, highlighting their cooperation in developing armoured vehicles. India and the US are also key partners in the Indo-Pacific region.
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China inks agreement to provide free military assistance to Maldives amid strained ties with India
World | Mar 05, 2024, 12:57 PM ISTChina signed an agreement with the Maldives to provide free military assistance to build stronger bilateral ties. This comes after relations between India and the Maldives remain strained following President Mohamed Muizzu's demand for the withdrawal of Indian troops.
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'Shouldn't harm interests..': China vexed over India-Philippines naval exercises in South China Sea
World | Dec 28, 2023, 09:06 PM ISTEarlier this month, INS Kadmatt visited the Philippines and participated in a maritime exercise in the South China Sea alongside BRP Ramon Alcaraz, an offshore patrol vessel of the Philippine Navy. China has been locked in a tense maritime stand-off with the Philippines over territorial claims.
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Defence ties with France to continue; combat engines, choppers, submarines on cards, says MEA
India | Jul 15, 2023, 12:53 AM ISTMaking a statement after PM Modi-French President Macron meeting, MEA said that India and France will extend their ground-breaking defence cooperation in advanced aeronautical technologies by supporting the joint development of a combat aircraft engine.
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France important partner in ‘Make in India’, Aatmanirbhar Bharat: PM Modi in press meet with Macron
India | Jul 14, 2023, 10:27 PM ISTIn a joint presser with French President Emmanuel Macron, PM Modi said that a roadmap to strengthen India-France strategic ties over the next 25 years was being prepared with bold and ambitious goals, as he asserted that defence cooperation was a strong pillar of the relationship.
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PM Modi US visit: What's on cards in defence sector during Prime Minister's first state visit
India | Jun 19, 2023, 03:43 PM ISTForeign Secretary Vinay Kwatra said that India-US defence ties are robust and dynamic... "we conduct large number of miliatry excercises. Armed forces of two countries have staffed engagement. If u look at the defence partnership... the countries have been discussing for some time."
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Pakistan, China step up defence cooperation, reaffirm 'strategic partnership in challenging times'
World | Jun 12, 2022, 10:03 PM ISTThe tri-service military delegation of Pakistan visited China from June 9 to 12 where it held wide ranging discussions with senior officials of the Chinese military and other government departments, according to a statement by Pakistan Army.
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Gen. Naravane holds talks with top Saudi generals; discusses ways to enhance defence cooperation
India | Dec 14, 2020, 07:52 AM ISTIndian Army chief General M M Naravane on Sunday met top Saudi generals and discussed issues of common interest and ways to enhance bilateral defence cooperation during his historic visit to the Gulf Kingdom.
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US House passes bill on defence co-operation with India, imposes conditions on Pakistan
World | Jul 15, 2017, 11:01 AM ISTThe bill moved by Indian-American Congressman Ami Bera, was adopted by a voice vote by the House as part of the National Defense Authorisation Act (NDAA) 2018, beginning October 1 this year.
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India and Spain join hands for defence cooperation
India | Mar 04, 2015, 11:12 PM ISTNew Delhi: India and Spain today signed an agreement on ‘Mutual Protection of Classified Information' to provide the framework for enhanced cooperation in the defence sector.The agreement was signed following an hour long meeting between
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PM Narendra Modi discusses defence cooperation with Israeli counterpart
World | Sep 29, 2014, 11:06 AM ISTNew York: In a rare meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu and discussed a wide range of issues including defence cooperation and the
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India, Japan set to intensify defence cooperation
World | Aug 31, 2014, 06:27 AM ISTKyoto: India and Japan are set to intensify defence cooperation with the two sides likely to launch a security consultative framework involving their foreign and defence ministers.The two countries are also expected to sign an
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Rajnath questions border defence co-op agreement with China
National | Nov 13, 2013, 08:28 PM ISTIndore: BJP on Wednesday demanded an explanation from the Centre on the issue of Border Defence Cooperation Agreement (BDCA) that India had inked with China recently and alleged a number of its conditions were against
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India, Egypt discuss defence cooperation
India | Mar 21, 2013, 07:24 AM ISTNew Delhi, March 21: India and Egypt yesterday agreed on the scope for boosting defence ties through increased interactions between armed forces and technology collaboration between industries of two countries.Egyptian Defence Minister Gen Abdel Fattah
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US working with India towards increased defence cooperation
World | Nov 13, 2012, 11:38 AM ISTWashington, Nov 13: As the Obama Administration moves towards strategic re-balance in the Asia-Pacific region, the US today it was working with India to develop increased defence co-operation. "We are working with India to develop
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IAF Chief In Malaysia For Defence Cooperation
World | Feb 02, 2012, 01:50 PM ISTKuala Lumpur, Feb 2: Air Chief Marshal N A K Browne will hold talks with Malaysia's top military officials, including his counterpart, and discuss ways to enhance India's defecne cooperation with this key South Asian