Indian media: India is seeking to produce US-made "Javelin" anti-tank missiles locally in India, citing the need to "counter Pakistan and China"
India's "Hindustan Times" website updated on July 17: India has submitted a letter of request to the United States, asking for joint production of the "Javelin" (Javelin) anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) in the country.
The report says that an senior defense source who confirmed this development stated that India has shown interest and submitted a proposal for joint production of the Javelin missile to the US authorities. This development also aligns with the government's "Make In India" initiative.
"This will ensure operational readiness and reduce the dependability on foreign support. The talks are in advanced stage," the official added. Javelin is one of the most advanced third-generation ATGMs in the world.
The official said that in the face of increasing urgency to supplement and add new weapons, they have contacted the United States to procure Javelin missiles under emergency procurement.
The report states that the official added that considering India's strategic imperatives, particularly the need to counter evolving threats from both Pakistan and China, the Javelin missile system presents a strong case for bolstering India's anti-tank warfare capabilities.
The report says that the Indian defense forces are also studying shoulder-fired missile systems, which are lighter and can be carried by troops in difficult terrain without burdening too many people to transport them.
Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh recently had a phone call with the United States. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will review ongoing and upcoming initiatives aimed at strengthening bilateral defense cooperation.
The original title of the report was "India seeks U.S. nod for co-production of Javelin missiles" (India seeks U.S. approval for joint production of Javelin missiles).
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