US EditionMacron's Visit to India: Exploring a Multi-Billion Euro Fighter Jet Deal
India approved the $40 billion purchase of 114 Rafale jets ahead of Macron's visit, marking a significant step in defense modernization and joint production efforts.
- During his Feb 17–19 state visit, French President Emmanuel Macron follows New Delhi’s approval of 114 Rafale fighter jets for 3.25 trillion rupees from Dassault Aviation.
- A committee chaired by the Indian defence minister cleared the acquisition last week as India raised defence spending 15% to $85 billion, seeking to reduce dependence on Russia.
- Negotiations over technical and commercial terms continue as Dassault Aviation and the Indian Air Force hold positive but unfinished talks, with India pressing for local production and technology-transfer terms.
- The deal could mean a windfall for French defence firms, while Modi and Macron will virtually inaugurate an Airbus–Tata helicopter assembly line on Feb 17, underscoring industrial cooperation.
- If finalised, the purchase of 114 Rafale jets would be among India’s largest air force upgrades in recent years and reflect its top share in French arms exports, Stockholm International Peace Research Institute data show.
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On an official visit, the President of the Republic put every chance on his side to strengthen the strategic partnership with India, its 1.4 billion inhabitants... and its supremacist leader. The exchanges revolved around the economic partnership and the sale of Rafale aircraft.
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Indian government assessed the purchase of 114 Rafale hunting and other military equipment in a US$ 40 billion movement
Macron Hails India Ties as He Pushes Fighter Jet Deal With Modi
French President Emmanuel Macron pushed for closer economic ties with India to protect against global uncertainty, pulling out all the stops during his high profile visit to the country to persuade Prime Minister Narendra Modi to buy fighter jets.
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