• UGI USER
  • Dec 24, 2023
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INDIA-MADE AEROSPACE PLATFORMS FOR GLOBAL SOUTH

Why in the News?

  • Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari emphasizes the competitiveness and reliability of India’s indigenous platforms like Light Combat Aircraft, Light Combat Helicopter, Akash Missile systems, and radars.
  • Suggests that these platforms can enhance India’s influence in the Global South, offering export potential and economic benefits.

IAF’s Role in Global Partnerships:

  • As a catalyst for progress and strategic partnerships, contributing to the collective advancement of the Global South.
  • Increased training engagements and cooperation with partner nations, sharing best practices in operations and maintenance.
Source: India News Network

What needs to be done?

  • Joint ventures with countries in the Global South involving components development, shared production facilities, and the creation of regional maintenance and support hubs.
  • Focus on capability development in global supply chains, manufacturing hubs, and the establishment of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facilities.
  • Address contemporary security challenges like terrorism, cyber threats, and regional conflicts on a common platform.