Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi held a crucial meeting with Jim Taiclet, CEO of Lockheed Martin, underscoring the strategic partnership between India and the United States in the aerospace and defense sectors. The meeting, which took place on Thursday, highlighted Lockheed Martin’s commitment to supporting India’s ‘Make in India, Make for the World’ initiative.
The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) emphasized Lockheed Martin’s pivotal role as a key partner in advancing India-US aerospace and defense industrial cooperation. In a statement released on social media platform X, the PMO expressed appreciation for Lockheed Martin’s dedication towards realizing the shared vision.
“CEO of @LockheedMartin, Jim Taiclet met Prime Minister @narendramodi. Lockheed Martin is a key partner in India-US Aerospace and Defence Industrial cooperation. We welcome its commitment towards realizing the vision of ‘Make in India, Make for the World,'” the PMO tweeted.
During their discussions, Prime Minister Modi acknowledged Lockheed Martin’s significant contributions to India’s defense capabilities through cutting-edge technologies and collaborative projects. Lockheed Martin’s expertise and innovation in defense systems have been pivotal in advancing India’s indigenous manufacturing capabilities.
The ‘Make in India, Make for the World’ initiative aims to establish India as a global hub for manufacturing while promoting exports of defense products and technologies. Lockheed Martin’s ongoing collaborations with Indian partners align seamlessly with these objectives, focusing on technology transfer and skill development.
Prime Minister Modi praised Lockheed Martin for its role in fostering strategic alliances and enhancing India’s defense preparedness. The meeting underscored opportunities for further cooperation in research, development, and innovation, aimed at strengthening defense capabilities and promoting self-sufficiency.
Lockheed Martin’s continued engagement in India spans critical defense projects, contributing significantly to the nation’s defense modernization agenda. The partnership exemplifies India’s growing stature as an attractive destination for investments in high-technology defense manufacturing and innovation.
Looking forward, Lockheed Martin and India are poised to deepen their collaboration, exploring avenues to advance mutual interests in defense and aerospace sectors. The dialogue between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Jim Taiclet reinforces a shared commitment to leveraging technology and expertise for mutual benefit and strategic alignment.
The meeting marks a pivotal milestone in strengthening India-US defense cooperation, laying the groundwork for future collaborations that will enhance India’s defense capabilities and promote economic growth.
