Current Affairs 11th February 2025
Current Affairs 11th February 2024 by Saurabh Pandey Sir
Defence Partnership-India (DP-I) Overview Key Initiatives and Agreements
● Launch of DP-I: The United Kingdom has initiated the “Defence Partnership-India” to bolster defense ties with India.
● Dedicated Cell: A special unit within the U.K. Ministry of Defence is established to enhance bilateral defense collaboration.
● Defense Agreements: Signed at Aero India, focusing on the production of MANPADS and Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMM).
● ASRAAM Facility: An Advanced Short-Range air-to-air missile assembly and test facility will be set up in Hyderabad, India.
● Statement of Intent: Signed to design and develop an Integrated Full Electric Propulsion system for Indian Navy ships Thales U.K. and BDL Collaboration: Contracted to deliver Laser Beam-Riding MANPADs and collaborate on LMM production. Partnership Goals: Address mutual security concerns, create jobs, and enhance interoperability between Indian and U.K. armed forces. Summary The U.K. has launched a dedicated defense partnership with India, focusing on various missile systems and collaborative projects to enhance bilateral security and industry ties.
