India pauses self-reliance in defence manufacture as it turns back to international OEMs
The Indian Navy operates 12 P-8I multi-mission aircraft but requires at least six more. (Photo: Indian Navy)
Maritime security concerns has led India to delay its pursuit of self-reliance in defence manufacturing and procurement as it makes urgent orders from international OEMs due to maritime security concerns.
India’s self-proclaimed mantra of ‘self-reliance’ must be put on hold temporarily as the country awaits the roll out of indigenous, war-ready defence equipment
International OEMs have seen small add-on orders made on an urgent basis as the military awaits Indian alternatives.
“India is the loser as volume buys make for better prices,” a senior Indian defence official said.
Boeing Defense, Space and Security has been one such beneficiary. China’s act of placing submarines in the Asia-Pacific has antagonised India and has led to maritime security concerns.
The Indian Navy’s (IN’s) 12 P-8I multi-mission aircraft – used by IN for long-range,
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