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flag India and France to co-produce missile guidance kits in Pune, boosting defense ties and 'Make in India'.

flag Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has approved a 50-50 joint venture with France’s Safran Electronics & Defence to manufacture the HAMMER missile’s guidance kit in India, aiming to boost domestic defense production. flag The new company, to be based in Pune or another agreed location, will establish a Center of Excellence for manufacturing, supply, maintenance, and repair of the precision-guided weapon for the Indian Air Force and Navy. flag The venture, pending regulatory approvals from both countries, will have an initial share capital of Rs 1 lakh, potentially rising to Rs 10 crore, and a four-member board with equal representation. flag The move supports India’s Make in India initiative and strengthens India-France defense cooperation, especially ahead of a planned purchase of 114 Rafale jets, with most to be made in India.

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