India Signs Deal with US to Buy Javelin Anti-Tank Missile Systems
The purchase could strengthen Indian Army capabilities and open talks on co-production as the United States backs deeper defence ties.
- On Friday, India signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance for the Javelin anti-tank guided missile system through the United States Foreign Military Sales process, marking a significant defence cooperation milestone.
- This procurement bolsters the Indian Army's combat prowess with the advanced, man-portable Javelin system, designed to precisely target armoured threats and fortified positions.
- Ambassador Sergio Gor described the agreement as a "milestone" reflecting a partnership growing "deeper, more capable, and more consequential." He emphasized U.S. support for the Indian Army.
- The signing opens discussions on mutually beneficial co-production and additional opportunities to strengthen the defence industrial bases of both countries, an American readout said.
- With the signing of the Letter of Offer and Acceptance, India becomes a customer of the Javelin system, built by a joint venture between RTX and Lockheed Martin.
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