Rajnath Singh Pitches Joint Defence Production With ASEAN
· India · Times of India, The Hindu
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called for deeper industrial cooperation and joint military equipment production between India and ASEAN nations during a forum in New Delhi. Addressing the ASEAN-India defence think tank forum, Singh emphasized that self-reliance should involve trusted partners designing and building equipment together. He highlighted the growing importance of counter-drone systems, cyber defence, and maritime monitoring in contemporary warfare. Noting that low-cost drones frequently challenge expensive defence systems, he urged collaborative, affordable technological solutions. He also encouraged startups and research institutions to participate through initiatives like iDEX.
Why it matters
This partnership strengthens strategic and defence manufacturing ties between India and Southeast Asian nations amid growing geopolitical competition in the Indo-Pacific.
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