15.07.2023, 10:57
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Zitat:India To Procure Rafale M, More Scorpene Submarineshttps://www.navalnews.com/naval-news/202...ubmarines/
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to France from July 13 - 14 at the invitation of French President Emmanuel Macron has culminated with multiple significant announcements regarding defense cooperation, specifically in the naval sector. (14 Jul 2023)
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), headed by the defence minister, approved proposals to procure 26 Rafale Marine (M) fighters and three Scorpene submarines on July 13, prior to Modi’s departure to France. On July 14, Modi stated that France and India are cooperating on submarines and Indian naval ships with agreements signed regarding these between French and Indian firms. Co-development of combat aircraft engines and collaboration regarding helicopter engines have also been announced, bolstering the strategic partnership of the two nations. [...]
The Indian Air Force (IAF) operates 36 Rafale aircraft, which were procured after a surprise announcement during Modi’s previous visit to France in 2015. The Rafale M edged out Boeing’s F/A-18 Super Hornet which was also a contender for the Indian Navy requirement
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