India Urges Italy to Avoid Sharing Defence Technology with Pakistan
‘Don’t Share Defence Tech With Pakistan’: Rajnath Singh Urges Italy Over Terror Misuse Concerns
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During a meeting in New Delhi, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed concerns to Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto about sharing sensitive defence technologies with Pakistan, citing potential misuse for terrorism. The discussions also focused on enhancing military cooperation and collaboration in advanced defence technologies between India and Italy.
- 01Rajnath Singh raised concerns about defence technology sharing with Pakistan during talks with Italy.
- 02India and Italy are expanding their strategic partnership in defence and military cooperation.
- 03The two countries agreed on a Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan for 2026-27.
- 04Discussions included collaboration under India's Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
- 05Italy aims to enhance its defence exports and technology partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto in New Delhi to discuss concerns regarding the sharing of sensitive defence technologies with Pakistan. Singh highlighted the risk of misuse for terrorism, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding advanced defence systems. The meeting aimed to strengthen the India-Italy strategic partnership, focusing on maritime security and advanced technologies. Both ministers agreed to explore collaboration under India's Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and Italy's defence cooperation framework. They introduced a Bilateral Military Cooperation Plan for 2026-27, which includes joint exercises and training programs. This dialogue follows the signing of a Defence Cooperation Agreement in Rome earlier this year, which aims to enhance policy coordination and joint ventures. Italy, a NATO member, is keen on expanding its defence exports in the Indo-Pacific region, aligning with India's goal of promoting indigenous defence manufacturing.
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This dialogue could enhance India's defence capabilities and safeguard national security by preventing sensitive technologies from being misused by hostile entities.
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