France's Next Gen Fighter Tech: India's Bid for Security and Influence The recent news of India's interest in joining France's sixth generation fighter programme has sent ripples across the defense community, sparking both optimism and skepticism about its implications.
On the surface, this move appears to be a strategic step towards bolstering India's military capabilities and deepening its partnership with France.
India is facing a severe shortage of combat aircraft, with many of its existing fleet nearing the end of their service life.