NEWS – India and France continue to deepen their strategic ties across multiple domains

HIGHLIGHTS

1. Nuclear Energy Cooperation

• New partnership on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMRs).
• Expansion of civil nuclear cooperation beyond the Jaitapur nuclear project.

2. Defense Collaborations

• Scorpène-class submarines: Agreement on procuring three additional submarines under the P75-AS program.
• Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launcher: India offers the system to France.
• Rafale Marine Jets: Ongoing negotiations for 26 fighter jets.

3. Other Areas of Cooperation

• Indo-Pacific Security: Joint projects to promote peace and stability in the region.
• Artificial Intelligence: Strengthening collaboration in AI research and innovation.
• Space Exploration: Expanding space-related partnerships and missions.