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Tuesday, April 7, 2026
TopicDefence cooperation

Topic: defence cooperation

What to expect on the defence front as Modi embarks on Israel visit, second since 2017

The two sides will sign a framework agreement on defence cooperation that will allow companies from both sides to collaborate deeper.

Japan’s snap election and what it means for India

If Sanae Takaichi truly carries forward Shinzo Abe’s legacy, Japan may finally enter an era of political stability, strategic clarity and meaningful partnerships abroad.

India & Poland are ‘friends’ looking to deepen defence ties—Polish Dy Foreign Minister Bartoszewski

Irritants, like Polish Dy PM’s Pakistan visit last yr & India’s Russian oil purchases have been frankly discussed between both sides, Bartoszewski tells ThePrint in exclusive interview.

Civil nuclear cooperation, a ride with Modi: UAE President’s whirlwind India visit amid West Asia churn

UAE President arrived for 3-hour visit that saw Abu Dhabi & New Delhi agree to develop a framework for strategic defence partnership, while also concluding long-term purchase agreements for LNG.

‘India-Russia have robust defence ties, Putin’s visit to be significant for negotiations’: Russian envoy

At ThePrint’s Off The Cuff, Russia’s Ambassador to India Denis Alipov said sensitive defence talks are underway. Putin is set to visit India in December.

Under shadow of Trump tariffs, India & Brazil to expand Mercosur pact. ‘Should be done in 10 months’

From Embraer opening 1st office in New Delhi to signing MoU with Mahindra for developing military aircraft in India, to the Mercosur trade deal, here's what Brazil V-P's trip achieved.

India and Australia focus on deepening defence ties, three agreements signed

New Delhi offers to provide maintenance, repair and overhaul of Royal Australian Navy ships in Indian shipyards during their deployment to Indian Ocean Region.

India to set up defence wing in Fiji to boost Pacific presence amid China’s growing footprint

According to MEA, a defence attaché will be posted at high commission in Suva, covering Pacific Island nations. The move follows talks between PM Modi & Fijian PM Sitiveni Rabuka.

Defence the cornerstone of India-Philippines strategic partnership as both nations take aim at China

Declaration of strategic partnership by PM Modi & President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. focuses on defence coproduction & potential hydrographic collaboration in South China Sea.

EU recognised India’s right to protect itself after ‘barbaric’ Pahalgam attack—envoy on Op Sindoor

Hervé Delphin said EU welcomes the cessation of hostilities and hopes for more stability in the region. This comes ahead of a joint exercise between EU & India's naval forces next week.

On Camera

India must reduce its dependence on fertiliser imports before it’s too late

What worsens India’s dependence on fertiliser imports is not merely the volume of imports, but the inefficiency with which the country utilises them.

Syringes, MRI to ventilators, West Asia war squeezing India’s medical supply chain—costs up 10 to 50%

Industry says manufacturers have 2-4 weeks of buffer stocks, but prolonged disruption could push up shortage risks, especially of consumables like IV and syringes.

UAE walks away from financing Rafale F5 due to restricted access to technology, reports French media

French newspaper La Tribune earlier last week indicated that UAE withdrew from deal to fund EUR 3.5 billion. India is looking to order 114 new Rafales, which could include the F5.

China insulated itself against energy shocks. India is ‘all talk, no walk’

China patiently invested capital, skill and technology in coal gasification. Unlike it, we won’t move from words to action. As crude prices decline, we lose interest.