Paris: In a major development, India has officially joined Europe’s multinational Eurodrone program as an observer nation.
The Organisation of Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR) made the announcement and welcomed India’s participation in the cutting-edge Eurodrone Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Air System (RPAS) program.
India’s involvement in this program is expected to benefit its defense industries, especially the Air Force, the most.
Moreover, India’s chances of accessing Europe’s state-of-the-art defense technology are likely to increase significantly.
Joachim Sucker, Director of OCCAR-Executive Administration (EA), personally handed over the observer nation acceptance letter to the Indian Embassy in Berlin.
It is important to note that OCCAR oversees several key European defense projects, including the A400M Atlas airlifter, Boxer armored utility vehicle, Tiger attack helicopter, and the Horizon Mid-Life Upgrade (MLU)/FREMM multi-role frigate.