Blitz Bureau
PRIME Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sanchez jointly inaugurated the TATA Aircraft Complex to manufacture C-295 military aircraft in Vadodara on October 28. This is the first private sector final assembly line for the manufacturing of military aircraft in India.
Speaking on the occasion, PM Modi said the aircraft complex reinforces India’s position as a trusted partner in global aerospace manufacturing. He added that the factory would not only strengthen the IndiaSpain ties but also empower the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Make For the World Mission’.
Talking about the strong people-topeople ties between India and Spain through food, films and football, the Prime Minister said both countries have decided to celebrate the year 2026 as the year of Culture Tourism and AI.
Speaking on the occasion, the Spanish Prime Minister said the partnership between Airbus and Tata will contribute to the progress of the Indian aerospace industry and will open new doors for the arrival of other European companies.
Apart from Tatas, leading defence public sector units such as Bharat Electronics Ltd. and Bharat Dynamics Ltd, as well as private Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises will contribute to this programme. PM Modi and Sánchez discussed a range of bilateral issues during delegation-level talks. In a Joint statement, the two leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation in promoting sustainable energy and adapting to climate change.
Both leaders condemned terrorism and violent extremism in all forms, including the use of terrorist proxies and cross-border terrorism.
