Prime Minister Narendra Modi has lauded Lockheed Martin for its strong commitment to India’s ‘Make in India, Make for the World’ initiative. During a meeting with CEO Jim Taiclet, Modi highlighted the company’s significant contributions to India’s defense sector, emphasizing its role in bolstering the nation’s aerospace and defense capabilities.
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- Meeting: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Jim Taiclet, CEO of Lockheed Martin, on July 19, 2024.
- Commendation: Modi praised Lockheed Martin for its dedication to the ‘Make in India, Make for the World’ vision.
- PMO Statement: The Prime Minister’s Office shared the news on X, highlighting Lockheed Martin’s key role in India-US aerospace and defense cooperation.
- Advanced Technologies: Lockheed Martin has supplied India with advanced technologies in aerospace, naval systems, missile defense, and strategic capabilities.
- Joint Venture: The company has established a joint venture with Tata Advanced Systems Limited to manufacture C 130 J empennages in Hyderabad.
- Production Success: Over 200 empennages have been produced and delivered, with an increasing amount of locally sourced components.
- Relocation of Operations: Lockheed Martin has moved its helicopter cabin manufacturing operations from Japan to India.
- Indian Air Force: The C 130 J transport aircraft, produced by Lockheed Martin, are an essential part of the Indian Air Force’s fleet.
- Enhanced Capabilities: The company’s contributions have significantly enhanced India’s military capabilities across various domains.
- Strategic Partnership: Lockheed Martin is a key partner in the strategic partnership between India and the United States in the aerospace and defense sectors.
