“Why India and France Are Expanding Defence Ties in 2025”

 India–France Defence Partnership in 2025: Rafales, Submarines, and Strategic Power Moves

India and France are strengthening their defence partnership once again in 2025 — and it’s not just about buying more Rafale jets.

This time, the cooperation includes joint submarine building, tech transfer, and deepening Indo-Pacific strategy.

🔹 Key Deals Announced:

• India may order 26 additional Rafale-M jets for aircraft carriers

• France to assist in building Scorpène-class submarines locally

• Collaboration on jet engine tech and space-based defence

🔹 Why This Partnership Matters

1. Trusted Supplier: Unlike some other nations, France has delivered on time and without political pressure

2. Indo-Pacific Push: Both countries want stability and presence in the Indian Ocean

3. Tech Transfer: India wants to build, not just buy — France supports that

🔍 Strategic Angle:

While India's ties with the US grow, France offers less strings attached, more real tech transfer, and strong long-term trust — critical for India's push for self-reliance in defence.

🧠 Final Thought:

India is not just a buyer anymore. These new deals with France show that India wants to be a co-developer, and global defence giants are finally accepting that.

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