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The 8th India-US aircraft carrier tech meeting brought together top naval officials in Delhi and Goa. Both sides reviewed a decade of successful defence cooperation under the DTTI framework. The US delegation gained insights into Indian carrier operations during facility tours. Future collaboration plans were finalized through a joint statement marking another milestone.

Key Points: India US Conclude 8th Aircraft Carrier Tech Meeting in Delhi Goa

  • US delegation toured Indian defence facilities in Delhi and Goa
  • Bilateral talks focused on future carrier tech collaboration
  • Indian Navy shared operational expertise with US counterparts
  • Meeting reinforced decade-long defence partnership under DTTI framework
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8th meeting of India-US Joint Working Group on Aircraft Carrier Technology Co-operation concludes

US and Indian naval officials discuss carrier tech cooperation as Joint Working Group marks decade of progress in defence partnership

"The JWG has made remarkable progress in exchanging carrier tech insights over 10 years - RAdm Casey Moton"

New Delhi, May 20

The 8th meeting of the India-US Joint Working Group on Aircraft Carrier Technology Co-operation (JWGACTC), constituted under the auspices of the India-US Defence Technology and Trade Initiative (DTTI), was held in India from May 13 to 16, the Ministry of Defence said in a release on Tuesday.

As per the release, a six-member US delegation headed by RAdm Casey Moton, Programme Executive Officer (PEO), Aircraft Carriers visited various defence establishments in Delhi and Goa.

The opening session of the Joint Working Group Meeting, which was co-chaired by RAdm Vishal Bishnoi, Assistant Controller Carrier Projects (ACCP), was held on May 13 in New Delhi.

During the meeting, the RAdm Casey Moton highlighted the importance of the Joint Working Group and the progress it has made over the last 10 years.

Both sides appreciated the remarkable work undertaken by the Joint Working Group to exchange valuable information on Aircraft Carriers. Plans for future cooperation in various aspects of Aircraft Carrier Technology were discussed, and a Joint Statement was also released.

At Goa, professional interactions were undertaken with the Indian Navy's Aviation Specialists on Aircraft Carrier operations and technical aspects.

The meeting marked yet another significant milestone in the ongoing co-operation between the two countries in the field of Aircraft Carrier Technology.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
This is excellent news! 🇮🇳🤝🇺🇸 Strengthening our aircraft carrier technology with US expertise will give Indian Navy an edge in the Indian Ocean region. China's growing naval presence makes this cooperation crucial for our national security.
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the defense cooperation, I hope we're also focusing on developing our own indigenous carrier technology. Atmanirbhar Bharat should be the ultimate goal! The US partnership is good for learning, but we must build our own capabilities.
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Arjun S.
Goa is such a strategic location for these discussions! The INS Hansa naval air station there is perfect for carrier aviation training. Smart choice by our defense planners. 🚢✈️
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Sunita R.
10 years of cooperation is impressive! But can someone explain what tangible benefits have come from this so far? I read about Vikrant's development - was US technology helpful in that project?
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Vikram J.
The timing is interesting - right after China launched its new Fujian carrier. Our navy needs to keep pace, and US carrier tech is the best in the world. But we must ensure the technology transfer is meaningful, not just superficial cooperation.
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Neha P.
As someone from Goa, I'm proud our state is contributing to national defense! But I hope these collaborations also bring some economic benefits to local communities. Defense tourism could be an interesting side benefit.

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