Rajnath Singh Inviting German industry to co-produce with India, especially in niche technologies, he stressed the need for partnerships based on reliability and mutual interests, saying they were indispensable in the current shifting geopolitical alliances, supply chain disruptions and rapid technological transformation.
Addressing German defense industry leaders at the Munich Defense Investors Summit, Rajnath said Indian companies are keen on co-development and co-production with German companies in areas such as advanced radar and sensor technology, multi-sensors, artificial intelligence drones, sonobuoys and high-power low-frequency underwater transmitters.
“India offers expanding markets, a skilled workforce and a growing industrial ecosystem coupled with stability, predictability and commitment to the rule of law. This is not a short-term opportunity, but a long-term strategic proposition. ” He added, “India’s quest for self-reliance is not inward looking, we see it as the ability to design, develop and produce with trusted partners. “
Mention the huge untapped potential under Europe’s restructuring plan and
Atmanibal Bharat Rajnath said, “We are moving towards a model where India is not just a buyer of defense equipment but a partner in design, development and production. This shift creates new opportunities for global industry. In today’s interconnected and interdependent world, partnerships are not optional but essential.”
