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Built on a manufacturing model Jeh pioneered in India, the Global Manufacturing Center runs as a true extension of Solestra’s own shops — expanding capacity, speed, and cost-competitiveness while Solestra remains the single accountable North American interface, with full transparency and IP protection. Hyderabad, June 17, 2026. Solestra Group, one of North America’s most trusted … The post Solestra Group and Jeh Aerospace Sign Multi-Year Agreement, Inaugurate Dedicated Global Manufacturing Center in India appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

New Delhi, June 17. India and Thailand reviewed the entire gamut of their defence cooperation and exchanged views on regional and global security challenges during the 10th Thailand-India Defence Dialogue held in Bangkok on June 16. The talks were co-chaired by Thailand’s Deputy Permanent Secretary for Defence, Admiral Nuttapol Diewvanich, and Joint Secretary in India’s … The post India, Thailand review defence ties at 10th bilateral dialogue in Bangkok appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

BETHESDA, Md. and DETROIT, June 16, 2026. Lockheed Martin and GM Defense today announced a new collaboration to strengthen America’s manufacturing and defense industrial base, facilitated by the US Department of War. Working under a memorandum of understanding (MOU), Lockheed Martin and GM Defense will explore opportunities to accelerate the delivery of critical capabilities and … The post Lockheed Martin, GM Defense Collaborate to Strengthen America’s Manufacturing and Defense Industrial Base appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar Nice, (France), June 16, 2026. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday, June 16, launched Unified Payments Interface (UPI) at the iconic Galeries Lafayette in Nice, France, which will enable Indian travellers visiting the country to make seamless payments abroad through familiar platforms. “Bringing India’s world-class digital payments platform to one of … The post ‘A significant step’: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal launches UPI in France appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

Paris, June 16, 2026. Airbus Defence and Space has signed a contract with OCCAR (Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation), acting on behalf of the French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA), for the development of new capabilities for the A400M. These upgrades, known as the “Parallel Mission System” (PMS), aim to equip French A400M with multi-mission … The post France launches the development of new capabilities for the A400M appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

Evian (France), June 16. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Evian, France, on June 16 to participate in the G7 Summit, where he is expected to hold discussions with world leaders on major global challenges and issues of mutual interest. Announcing his arrival in the French resort town, Modi said he looked forward to engaging … The post Modi arrives in France for G7 Summit appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

Chennai / Paris: Garuda Technologies Inc, a US subsidiary of IPO Bound Drone Startup Garuda Aerospace, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Extensee SAS, a provider of drone manufacturing and operational services, at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris, France – one of the world’s leading international defence and security exhibitions. The partnership aims to expand the deployment of Airbus Flexrotor unmanned … The post MS Dhoni Backed Garuda Aerospace’s Partners with Extensee SAS for Airbus Flexrotor Deployments Globally appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

June 15, 2026. Nasmyth Group has made significant strides in delivering on its previously announced Rolls-Royce contract, having established its new Sri City facility, assembled its equipment and workforce, and successfully completed its AS9100D quality management system audits in May 2026. This marks a defining moment in Nasmyth’s global aerospace journey – a purpose-built facility, … The post Nasmyth Group forges capability in Sri City India to Deliver on its £300M Long-Term Contract with Rolls-Royce appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By Air Marshal Anil Chopra (Retd) Prime Minister Naremdra Modi has just been in France for a multi-city State visit focused on technology, innovation, and strategic bilateral relations. Rafale and other military systems have been part of the Summit and delegation level talks. France openly backs ‘Make in India’ in defence, based on equal partnership. … The post PM Modi in France appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source

By R Anil Kumar Bratislava, Slovakia, June 15, 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico on Monday, June 15, elevated bilateral relations to the level of a Comprehensive Partnership, marking a historic milestone during the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia. Addressing a joint press statement in Bratislava … The post India, Slovakia elevate ties to comprehensive partnership; PM Modi calls for stronger cooperation in technology, defence and trade appeared first on India Strategic. Read Full Article at Source