Both countries agree to strengthen defence industrial collaboration, promote Make in India and advance Aatmanirbhar Bharat
New Delhi, October 13: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held bilateral talks with Karel Havlíček, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Trade of the Czech Republic, in New Delhi on Tuesday to discuss ways to expand defence industrial cooperation between the two countries.
During the meeting, both leaders reviewed the full range of bilateral defence industrial collaboration. They welcomed ongoing cooperation and the successful establishment of several joint ventures, while agreeing to explore further opportunities to strengthen the partnership.
The two sides also agreed to expand cooperation under the India-Czech Joint Defence Committee framework, with a focus on advancing the Make in India initiative and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
The discussions covered ongoing peace and security issues, with both leaders recognising the importance of greater cooperation in maintaining regional stability. They reaffirmed that India-Czech relations are rooted in longstanding historical and cultural ties, as well as shared values of mutual trust and respect.
Havlíček is on a four-day visit to India and is scheduled to engage with various ministries, trade representatives and businesses. His itinerary also includes visits to industries in Bengaluru and Mumbai.
The meeting reflects the two countries’ efforts to deepen industrial partnerships and identify opportunities for closer collaboration in the defence sector.
Source: (PIB)
