Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:55pm on 19 Apr 2024,Friday India Global
US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin lauds the India-US collaboration to jointly produce fighter jet engines for the Indian Air Force, describing it as "revolutionary" during a testimony before lawmakers. The deal, announced last June during PM Modi's US visit, involves General Electric co-producing F-414 engines with Hindustan Aeronautics for India's Tejas light combat aircraft Mk2. Austin highlights the significance of this partnership, emphasizing the enhanced capabilities it provides. The deal underscores the deepening ties between India and the US, marking a significant milestone in defence cooperation between the two nations.
