French Company Deepens Ties with India's Defense Industry Amid 'Make in India' Push

Safran has signed two major agreements with India to expand its industrial presence in the country. The first partnership involves co-developing a new engine for India’s next-gen stealth fighter, while the second agreement establishes a joint venture to manufacture air-to-ground weapons. The deals aim to promote ‘Make in India’ and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers. The partnerships are part of a broader effort to modernize India’s defense industry, with the Indian Air Force reportedly preparing to acquire additional Rafale fighters. The agreements were first reported by AeroTime.