Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

France is the country with which India is finalizing a €300M deal for SCALP missiles. The agreement comes after the successful and precise deployment of these missiles during Operation Sindoor in 2025, reinforcing confidence in their effectiveness. This deal reflects the strong and long-standing defence partnership between India and France, which extends beyond arms procurement to include joint exercises, technology transfer, and strategic cooperation. The collaboration aligns with India’s broader goals of modernising its armed forces while strengthening ties with reliable international partners in defence, technology, and manufacturing sectors.