India–Italy Defence Ties Strengthened with New Military Plan
India and Italy deepened defence cooperation with the exchange of a bilateral military cooperation plan for 2026–27, following talks between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto in New Delhi. The dialogue emphasized defence industrial cooperation, co‑development, co‑production, and technology sharing. Parallel discussions between the Indian Coast Guard and Italian delegates, including Fincantieri, explored shipbuilding collaboration. Both sides highlighted information sharing through the Information Fusion Centre–Indian Ocean Region to bolster maritime security and align strategic priorities under Atmanirbhar Bharat and broader security interests.
Focus on defence industry cooperation, co‑development, and tech sharing.
Coast Guard-Italian discussions included shipbuilding collaboration with Fincantieri.
Information sharing via Information Fusion Centre–IOR strengthens maritime security.
India–Italy Strengthen Defence Ties with 2026–27 Plan
India and Italy have strengthened defence cooperation by exchanging a bilateral military cooperation plan for 2026–27 after high‑level talks in New Delhi between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto. The plan supports co‑development, co‑production, and technology sharing under India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat framework. Discussions also covered regional issues, including West Asia, and affirmed a shared commitment to peace and security. Parallel talks between the Indian Coast Guard and Italian representatives, including Fincantieri, explored ship design, hybrid propulsion, and modular platforms for multi‑role operations, along with information sharing through the Information Fusion Centre–Indian Ocean Region.
India and Italy finalize 2026–27 defence cooperation plan
Talks between Defence Ministers in New Delhi
Focus on co‑development, co‑production, and technology sharing
Support for Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence manufacturing
Coast Guard discussions with Fincantieri on ships and propulsion
Maritime security and information sharing via IF-CIOR
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