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Rafale deal
As India’s Rafale Controversy Rages, Reforms on Defense Acquisitions Needed
By Aman Thakker
The political discourse surrounding the deal underscores a need for India to rethink its defense acquisition processes.
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India’s Air Force Interested in 36 More Rafale Fighter Jets From France
August 30, 2017
India’s Air Force Interested in 36 More Rafale Fighter Jets From France
The Indian Air Force is strongly lobbying for additional Dassault Rafale fighter jets.
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India’s Air Force Interested in 36 More Rafale Fighter Jets From France
After the Rafale Deal, Is the Ghost of the MMRCA Back in India?
October 31, 2016
After the Rafale Deal, Is the Ghost of the MMRCA Back in India?
The Indian Air Force looks to acquire 200 to 300 jets, but that might be easier said than done.
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After the Rafale Deal, Is the Ghost of the MMRCA Back in India?
Ash Carter Comes Calling: Where Do US-India Defense Ties Go From Here?
April 26, 2016
Ash Carter Comes Calling: Where Do US-India Defense Ties Go From Here?
These are good times in U.S.-India defense ties, but there's still room for improvement.
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Ash Carter Comes Calling: Where Do US-India Defense Ties Go From Here?
Fate of India-France Rafale Fighter Deal Uncertain
March 20, 2016
Fate of India-France Rafale Fighter Deal Uncertain
Negotiations between India and France over a Dassault Rafale fighter deal appear to be stonewalled.
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Fate of India-France Rafale Fighter Deal Uncertain
India’s Fighter Acquisition Troubles
September 01, 2015
India’s Fighter Acquisition Troubles
As the Indian Air Force reduces the FGFA requirement, its fighter capacity continues to shrink.
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India’s Fighter Acquisition Troubles
Russia and India: A 21st Century Decline
June 06, 2015
Russia and India: A 21st Century Decline
What was once a robust defense trade has fallen away in recent years. Can it rebound?
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Russia and India: A 21st Century Decline
Britain-India: From Courted to Courtier
May 17, 2015
Britain-India: From Courted to Courtier
What accounts for New Delhi’s relative indifference to London’s overtures?
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Britain-India: From Courted to Courtier
Interview: India’s Rafale Deal
April 21, 2015
Interview: India’s Rafale Deal
The recent Rafale deal and its significance for India's relations with France.
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Interview: India’s Rafale Deal
In France, Germany, and Canada, Modi Impresses
April 20, 2015
In France, Germany, and Canada, Modi Impresses
Narendra Modi's time in France, Germany, and Canada showcased his shrewdness as a diplomat.
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In France, Germany, and Canada, Modi Impresses
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Dr. Shashi Tharoor on the Future of Indian Democracy
June 19, 2019
Dr. Shashi Tharoor on the Future of Indian Democracy
The MP from Kerala reflects on the recent election results, and where the country goes from here.
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