Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:49pm on 10 Jan 2024,Wednesday India Global
In a significant stride towards bolstering defense ties, Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh and UK counterpart Mr. Grant Shapps co-chaired the UK-India Defence Industry CEOs Roundtable in London. The event saw top leaders from major UK defense companies, including BAE Systems and Thales UK. Shri Rajnath Singh welcomed UK investment, emphasizing India's skilled workforce and business-friendly ecosystem. Both leaders envisioned a strategic partnership, fostering cooperation and innovation. Focus areas like aero-engines and maritime systems were highlighted. Earlier agreements, bilateral meetings, and tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. BR Ambedkar marked the Raksha Mantri's UK visit. Scheduled meetings with UK PM Rishi Sunak and Foreign Secretary David Cameron await.
