India’s First Defence MoU with Slovakia Through JCBL Group
India and Slovakia have signed a significant defence Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at bolstering India’s domestic defence manufacturing capabilities. This agreement, finalized during Indian President Droupadi Murmu’s state visit to Slovakia in April 2025, marks the first of its kind between the two countries. Under the partnership, JCBL Group’s defence unit, Airbornics Defence & Space Pvt. Ltd. (ADSL), will collaborate with Slovakia to develop cutting-edge technologies for next-generation combat vehicles, strengthening India’s indigenous manufacturing initiative. The MoU emphasizes India’s ongoing efforts to reduce its dependency on foreign defence imports by enhancing self-reliance in defence production.
Why in the news? | India’s First Defence MoU with Slovakia Through JCBL Group |
Signing Date | April 2025, during Indian President Droupadi Murmu’s state visit to Slovakia |
Key Partner | JCBL Group’s defence unit, Airbornics Defence & Space Pvt. Ltd. (ADSL) |
Focus of Collaboration | Co-development of technologies for light tanks, including turrets, protection systems, and weapon systems |
Defence MoU | Between India and Slovakia |
Manufacturing Location | All manufacturing will be conducted in India |
Technology Transfer | Slovakia will transfer advanced combat vehicle technologies to India |
Strategic Significance | Strengthening India’s defence manufacturing capacity and international partnerships |
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