Electric Propulsion Pact Signed by India, UK
India and the United Kingdom have finalized a framework agreement to co-design and co-produce electric propulsion systems for future warships, advancing their strategic defense collaboration. Signed in Portsmouth during the third joint working group meeting on electric propulsion capability partnership, this initiative underscores the commitment to indigenous development of advanced naval technologies.
| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | India and the UK have sealed a framework agreement to co-design and co-produce electric propulsion systems to be used in futuristic warships |
| Purpose | Co-design and co-produce electric propulsion capabilities for futuristic warships |
| Event | Third Joint Working Group Meeting on Electric Propulsion Capability Partnership |
| Signing Venue | Portsmouth, UK |
| Indian Representative | Rajeev Prakash, Joint Secretary (Naval Systems), Ministry of Defence |
| UK Representative | Rear Admiral Steve McCarthy, Director of Ships Operations and Capability Integration, UK MOD |
| Technology Focus | Electric propulsion systems for future warships, including Landing Platform Docks |
| Strategic Importance | Promotes indigenous development of niche naval technologies and strengthens India-UK defense ties |
| Follow-Up Context | Agreement signed following British Minister for Indo-Pacific Catherine West’s visit to India |
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