Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has lauded Lockheed Martin, a leading defense major, for its dedicated efforts in advancing the ‘Make in India, Make for the World’ initiative. This accolade comes following a significant meeting between Prime Minister Modi and Lockheed Martin’s CEO, Jim Taiclet, held on Thursday.
The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) underscored the importance of Lockheed Martin as a pivotal partner in the India-US aerospace and defense industrial cooperation. In a statement posted on social media platform X, the PMO highlighted the fruitful discussion between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and CEO Jim Taiclet.
“CEO of @LockheedMartin, Jim Taiclet met Prime Minister @narendramodi. Lockheed Martin is a key partner in India-US Aerospace and Defence Industrial cooperation. We welcome its commitment towards realizing the vision of ‘Make in India, Make for the World,'” the PMO tweeted.
The meeting between Prime Minister Modi and Jim Taiclet signifies the strengthening of bilateral ties between India and the United States in the defense and aerospace sectors. Lockheed Martin, renowned globally for its advanced technology and innovative solutions in defense, has been actively collaborating with Indian entities to bolster indigenous manufacturing capabilities under the ‘Make in India’ initiative.
Prime Minister Modi’s endorsement of Lockheed Martin’s commitment to the ‘Make in India, Make for the World’ vision underscores India’s aspirations to become a global hub for defense production and exports. The initiative aims not only to enhance self-reliance in defense manufacturing but also to position India as a reliable partner in global defense supply chains.
Lockheed Martin’s engagement in India spans several key defense projects, contributing significantly to technological advancements and skill development within the country. The partnership between India and Lockheed Martin is poised to further deepen, fostering mutual growth and innovation in the defense and aerospace sectors.
As India continues to pursue its strategic goals in defense manufacturing and technology, collaborations with global leaders like Lockheed Martin are instrumental in achieving self-sufficiency and bolstering national security capabilities.
The meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Jim Taiclet is anticipated to pave the way for enhanced cooperation and investment in India’s defense and aerospace industries, marking a new chapter in bilateral relations between India and the United States.
