India, Greece to strengthen defence partnership, expand capacity of military industries

Why in news

India and Greece signed a Joint Declaration of Intent to establish a five-year roadmap for defense industrial cooperation and exchanged a Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan for 2026.

Background

Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and Greek Defense Minister Nikolaos-Georgios Dendias met in New Delhi to align defense industries with Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Agenda 2030. The agreement includes a five-year roadmap for industrial cooperation and a specific military cooperation plan for 2026.

Facts for Prelims

• PostRajnath Singh: Minister of Defence of India
• PostNikolaos-Georgios Dendias: Minister of National Defence of Greece
• FactJoint Declaration of Intent outlines a five-year roadmap for defense industrial cooperation
• FactBilateral Military Cooperation Plan specifically covers the year 2026

For Mains

Q. Discuss how strengthening defense industrial cooperation with strategic partners like Greece aligns with India's objective of achieving self-reliance in defense manufacturing.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Strategic autonomy: Reducing import dependency by fostering indigenous defense manufacturing capabilities
• Geopolitical alignment: Strengthening maritime and defense ties with Mediterranean partners to counter regional security threats

Keywords: Aatmanirbhar Bharat · Defense Industrial Cooperation · Strategic Partnership · Joint Declaration of Intent · Defense Diplomacy

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