India and UK Deepen Defense Ties with Electric Propulsion and Missile Deals
India and the UK are nearing the signing of two inter-governmental agreements (IGAs) for the incorporation of electric propulsion on Indian Navy ships and the joint development of Lightweight Multi-role Missiles (LMM). These represent significant steps towards forging long-term defense industrial cooperation and deepening the bilateral strategic partnership. The UK is also pitching for the design and development of a jet engine for India's next-generation fighter aircraft.
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