Military Acquisitions, Partnerships & Developments

shukla · Post by **shukla** » 17 Nov 2010 19:38

SriSri wrote:These companies will always push for more business, it's been known that Boeing India wants to offer the Growlers but are waiting lifting of restrictions by DoD. We need some Growlers on the table to prove Obama's love for samosas!

Your right.. Like they say, 'money talks.. bullshit walks'. Obama bhai has opened the floodgates. Now anythings possible.

Hope it is better than the Boeing offer though..Boeing actually came up with a shitty concept of a Growler "lite" for 'electronic awareness' rather than 'electronic warfare' (minus the ITT ALQ-99 radar jamming pods and interference cancellation system). Ya right! I think its going to take a lot more than just Samosas to see a 'full spec' Growler in Indian colours. Chicken Tikka Masala maybe?

Jamal K. Malik · Post by **Jamal K. Malik** » 17 Nov 2010 21:19

DRDO to invest Rs 1,000 crore in three key projects

Kersi D · Post by **Kersi D** » 21 Nov 2010 00:02

shukla wrote: Your right.. Like they say, 'money talks.. bullshit walks'.

Also

When money walks in

Ideology walks out

K

shukla · Post by **shukla** » 21 Nov 2010 06:08

Kersi D wrote:
shukla wrote: Your right.. Like they say, 'money talks.. bullshit walks'.
Also

When money walks in

Ideology walks out

K

well said!

khukri · Post by **khukri** » 23 Nov 2010 22:18

Cross Posting from Indian Naval Discussion

Defence-Aerospace article on rear radar for Indian p8's
http://www.defense-aerospace.com/articl ... craft.html

Lalmohan · Post by **Lalmohan** » 23 Nov 2010 22:25

khukri wrote:Cross Posting from Indian Naval Discussion

Defence-Aerospace article on rear radar for Indian p8's
http://www.defense-aerospace.com/articl ... craft.html

“We are very pleased to have been selected for this important program,” said Kevin McSweeney, President of the Radar Systems Division. “We are looking forward to supporting Boeing on this program and to further serving the Indian Defence Force on future programs.”

khukri · Post by **khukri** » 23 Nov 2010 22:27

Details of the radar:
http://www.telephonics.com/products/APS-143C(V)3.pdf

sumshyam · Post by **sumshyam** » 24 Nov 2010 12:20

IDRW report via AviationWeek that BEL is developing a software-driven radio (SDR) set for India’s armed forces.

Able to function at any frequency, the SDR is lightweight, easy to operate and cost-effective, the company says. Different radio sets are now being used, depending on very high-frequency, ultra-high-frequency, high-frequency and L-band needs. BEL says the SDR would revolutionize communications on the battlefield.

“We are replacing the hardware with software, which is capable of doing the job effectively. The software could generate waveforms similar to a modulated signal,” I.V. Sarma, BEL’s director of research and development, tells Aviation Week.

The hardware element will be used only to run the software and to amplify power. BEL hopes to exhibit an SDR prototype during Aero India 2011. A demonstration for the Indian army will follow in March 2011, and airborne and naval variants will follow a year later.

nits · Post by **nits** » 24 Nov 2010 13:27

Tatas make first defence purchase

The $72-billion Tata Group has made its first acquisition in the defence business . Tata Advanced Systems (TAS), a company set up in 2006 to tap the enormous opportunities in India’s defence sector, has bought a 74% stake in Hyderabad-based HBL Elta Avionics for an undisclosed amount.

The remaining 26% continues to be held by its foreign partner ELTA Systems, a unit of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). TAS has bought controlling interest in HBL Elta from HBL Power Systems , a company listed on the BSE, and the transaction was sealed a few weeks ago, said a Tata group source. The South-based outfit manufactures parts and accessories for defence-related aerospace applications.

shukla · Post by **shukla** » 25 Nov 2010 19:12

X-post

Ozone Depleting Substances Substitution Clause in Indian RFPs
Defenseworld

For new weapon systems in the pipeline, inclusion of a clause in RFPs for provision of alternatives is being considered. The use of recycled Halon recovered from phased-out or downgraded aircraft and equipment is being planned. OEMs of existing weapons system are being asked to find suitable alternatives for full life-cycle support in respect of Halons, stated the Air Chief Marshal P.V. Naik in Delhi today.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is adopting a multi-pronged strategy to combat ozone depletion including limiting the use of Halon to mission critical uses, tighter control laws and incorporating accountability towards phase-out of ODS (Ozone Depleting Substances) said the Air Chief. While highlighting initiatives taken by the IAF, and encouraging alternatives, the Air Chief however, clarified, “Mission accomplishment remains paramount for the Armed Forces. Substituting an ODS would only be done, if it doesn’t impinge on operational effectiveness of the system in question.”

shukla · Post by **shukla** » 27 Nov 2010 12:48

Where is the Strategy?
Indian Express

these defence acquisitions part of a carefully structured strategy for military modernisation or are these piecemeal purchases that will only replace obsolescent weapons and equipment with more modern ones but will not add substantially to India’s comprehensive military power? In Arming Without Aiming: India’s Military Modernisation, Stephen P. Cohen and Sunil Dasgupta carefully analyse the plans for and the thought process behind India’s ongoing military modernisation and aver that the process lacks political support and guidance, is haphazard and bereft of strategic direction and is not in consonance with evolving doctrinal and organisational changes. They conclude rather pessimistically: “We believe that this state of arming without aiming will continue into the future.”

Given the absence of a resolute strategic culture and keeping in view of India’s gross neglect of long-term national security planning, it is difficult to dispute Cohen and Dasgupta’s finding that India is arming without aiming. India lacks not only a coherent national security strategy, but also the tools and processes necessary to formulate such a strategy. As the authors argue, civilian distrust of the military has been deep-rooted since the Nehru era and the armed forces have little say in national security decision-making. While there is the National Security Council for long-term defence planning, its apex body — which essentially comprises the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) plus the National Security Advisor (NSA) — seldom meets to deliberate on long-term threats and emerging challenges and on the adversaries’ military capabilities that should together drive military strategy, force structures and the modernisation plans necessary to meet and defeat future threats.

The armed forces have drawn up a long-term integrated perspective plan (LTIPP), but it is yet to be approved by the government. The 11th Defence Plan (2007-12) is now in its fourth year and has not been accorded formal approval. The armed forces are left with no choice but to stumble along from one financial year to the next. The defence-acquisition process is plagued by tardy decision-making, and large amounts of budgetary allocations on the capital account are surrendered every year, leading to completely haphazard military modernisation. In FY 2009-10, the Ministry of Defence surrendered Rs 5,439 crore over the budgetary estimates for the year. Cicero, the Greek philosopher, wrote almost two millennia ago, “Armies can signify but little abroad unless there be counsel and wise management at home.”

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Yet, as Cohen and Dasgupta, who have competently covered a fairly wide canvas in a short book, point out, India’s military strategy has not evolved in concert with its nuclear power status. While analysing the complexities of the modernisation of the military (army, navy, air force and paramilitary), they examine the contours of India’s emergence as a “reluctant” nuclear power and discuss the fragility and ambiguity of strategic stability in south Asia. They also delve into the factors behind India’s famed strategic restraint and abnormally high threshold of tolerance and conclude that India is unlikely to dramatically change its policies with increasing affluence and growing military power. Finally, the authors highlight the common concerns and the congruence of interests between India and the US and recommend that the US must support India’s military modernisation plans.

As with previous books on south Asia by Cohen, which were very well received, Arming Without Aiming presents a masterful analysis of the complex strategic realities that confront India and the inadequacy of India’s response. The authors have identified the fault lines very well and while they have refrained from being too prescriptive, they have offered many positive suggestions for Indian policymakers to consider. This book must be read by all those who are involved in national security decision-making and policy-analysis.

rohitvats · Post by **rohitvats** » 27 Nov 2010 15:34

I really fail to understand the link between the title of the book and the content thereof (based on the review posted above). What has lack of strategic thought got to do with the purchases being done by Indian Armed Forces? Don't the authors realize that lot of developments (in terms of purchases) are to simply make up for the core-requirements which were not met in the preceeding years due to lack of funds and geo-political factors?

What Strategic Direction or road map is required while planning for purchases of 155/52 Cal howitzers or SAM squadrons or Radars or AWACS? Where strategic thought is required - like the Chinese threat, GOI has already taken action. Has it not authorized raising of additional Mountain Divisions plus, the formations of Mountain Strike Corps? Yes, the process is long drawn out one and MOD is not known for speed...so, these questions and others (like need for more Armored Divisions or Mechanization of IA) can be raised and addressed by the authors -but to paint everything in one color is nothing but intellectual ma*turbation for me.

arun · Post by **arun** » 28 Nov 2010 20:33

X Posted.

The Indian Navy has put out an RFI for the import of twin water jet propelled Landing Craft Mechanised (LCM). Specs as follows.

Dimensions:
(a) Length Not more than 23 m
(b) Beam Not more than 6.3 m
(c) Draught not to exceed 1.6 m in full load condition.
(d) Displacement as per design.
(e) Height from keel to top of pilot house is not to exceed 5 m.
(f) Dimensions of cargo well should not be less than 13.7 m in length and 4.9 m in breadth.

Speed:
(a) Maximum speed of 15 kts in fully laden condition upto Sea State 3.
(b) Economical speed of 12 kt.

Endurance (six months out of dock):
200 nm at full loading condition at Economical speed.

Sea Worthiness:
(a) Operations up to Sea State 3
(b) Survive in fully loaded condition upto Sea State 5.

Clicky

arun · Post by **arun** » 28 Nov 2010 20:45

X Posted.

The Indian Navy has put out a RFI for a Ship-board Point Defence Missile System (PDMS).

Excerpt from the RFI:

INDIAN NAVY IS CONSIDERING INDUCTION OF A SAM SYSTEM, AS PDMS, FOR SHIPS UPTO 7000 TONS. THE BROAD QUALITATIVE REQUIREMENTS ARE AS FOLLOWS:-

(A) VERTICAL LAUNCH GUIDED SAM.
(B) RANGE OF MISSILE ABOVE 10 KM.
(C) CAPABLE OF ENGAGING SEA SKIMMING TARGETS.
(D) CAPABILITY TO ENGAGE MULTIPLE TARGETS.
(E) CAPABILITY TO BE INTERFACED WITH 2D/ 3D OR PHASED ARRAY RADARS.
(F) SHELF LIFE OF MISSILE > 8 YRS.
(G) TARGET DESIGNATION FROM RADAR/ CMS.
(H) CAPABLE OF ENGAGING SUB SONIC AND SUPERSONIC TARGETS.
INDICATE ENGAGEMENT ENVELOPE.

Clicky

sgopal · Post by **sgopal** » 29 Nov 2010 10:43

arun wrote:X Posted.

The Indian Navy has put out a RFI for a Ship-board Point Defence Missile System (PDMS).

Excerpt from the RFI:

INDIAN NAVY IS CONSIDERING INDUCTION OF A SAM SYSTEM, AS PDMS, FOR SHIPS UPTO 7000 TONS. THE BROAD QUALITATIVE REQUIREMENTS ARE AS FOLLOWS:-

(A) VERTICAL LAUNCH GUIDED SAM.
(B) RANGE OF MISSILE ABOVE 10 KM.
(C) CAPABLE OF ENGAGING SEA SKIMMING TARGETS.
(D) CAPABILITY TO ENGAGE MULTIPLE TARGETS.
(E) CAPABILITY TO BE INTERFACED WITH 2D/ 3D OR PHASED ARRAY RADARS.
(F) SHELF LIFE OF MISSILE > 8 YRS.
(G) TARGET DESIGNATION FROM RADAR/ CMS.
(H) CAPABLE OF ENGAGING SUB SONIC AND SUPERSONIC TARGETS.
INDICATE ENGAGEMENT ENVELOPE.

Clicky

What happened to Barak 1? Navy is supposed to be very happy with it. Why do they want another missile now?

Austin · Post by **Austin** » 29 Nov 2010 10:55

RFI is very early stage of finding information , based on that information it may or may not get converted to RFP and then there will be trials , negotiation , delays all in all its nearly a decade affair till we see something something could come up.

The Barak-1 is a good CIWS/PD missile but it has limitations in intercepting supersonic targets and is CLOS guidance.

Juggi G · Post by **Juggi G** » 07 Dec 2010 04:46

Germany Offers India Joint Defence Production for Third-Party Sale

Nikhil T · Post by **Nikhil T** » 07 Dec 2010 09:10

BSNL demands 5000 cr more for defence OFC network

NEW DELHI: BSNL has overshot its budget for building an alternate communication networks for the armed forces by a huge 50% and will soon seek an additional funding of Rs 5,354.55 crore from the Centre, executives familiar with the development told ET.

This is in addition to the Rs 9,175.16 crore that the company has already been awarded fr this project. The telecom ministry within the next couple of days will move a cabinet note seeking a 50% hike in the budget for this project, executives linked with the project added. In December 2009, the Union Cabinet, had approved the Rs 9,175-crore plan to build an alternate optic fibre cable (OFC) network for the defence services paving the way for the auction of third generation spectrum to be held this year. BSNL has not provided any explanation so far for overshooting its budget.

The armed forces will move their communication requirements to this network to be built by BSNL, thus freeing airwaves for commercial telephony Rs The armed forces had vacated 3G frequencies in August 2010 after it they had been assured by the Centre that the telecoms department would keep its side of the bargain in rolling out this alternate network as scheduled.

This enabled the telecoms department to allot 3G bandwidth to the winners of the auction on Sept 1, paving the way for consumers to enjoy high-end services such as video calling, interactive gaming and high-speed internet using phones by the end of the calendar year. MP Birla Group company Vindhya Telelink had earlier this year bagged a Rs 7,582-cr contract from BSNL to build an OFC network for the armed forces.

sunilUpa · Post by **sunilUpa** » 10 Dec 2010 04:13

Textron to supply 510 bombs to the Indian Air Force; contract for $257.7M

PROVIDENCE – The U.S. government has cleared the sale of 510 CBU-105 bombs to the Indian Air Force by awarding Textron Systems Corp. the $257.7 million contract, DefenseWorld.net reported on Thursday.

The Web-based defense and aerospace news publisher said the sensor-fused bombs are the most lethal in the world.

The Textron contract, awarded under the Foreign Military Sales program, was announced on Wednesday, which means the deal was inked earlier this year.

AoA..

srai · Post by **srai** » 10 Dec 2010 05:38

sunilUpa wrote:Textron to supply 510 bombs to the Indian Air Force; contract for $257.7M
...

$257,700,000 / 510 units = $505,294.118 per unit

shukla · Post by **shukla** » 11 Dec 2010 16:00

Obama cites India deals to propose easing export controls
Sify News

Citing $10 billion worth of 'landmark' deals with India and other trade initiatives, US President Barack Obama has proposed easing export controls on technology products for 37 allies, but India does not figure in the first list.

During his India trip last month, Obama had promised to ease export rules for India consistent with its emergence as a strategic partner. The US requires exporters to obtain a license to sell civilian technology that also can be used for military purposes. The restrictions vary based on US relations with a country. Four export rules were published Thursday for comment, including new regulations on the export of military vehicles, criteria for creating a tiered system to classify technology for export and lessening restrictions on exports to certain countries.

The proposed regulation would give companies the ability to export without a prior government license for sales of many items to 37 nations: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine and the United Kingdom. A narrower category of items may be sold to 125 nations without approval by the government, according to the draft rule

VinodTK · Post by **VinodTK** » 15 Dec 2010 05:25

Tatas, Lockheed join hands

The Tata group will partner Lockheed Martin through subsidiary Tata Advanced Systems to make structurals for the C-130-J transport aircraft. The Tatas will hold a 74 per cent stake in the venture, to be based in Hyderabad, and Lockheed the rest.

Lockheed and the Tatas were tight-lipped about the scope of the venture.

Craig Alpert · Post by **Craig Alpert** » 15 Dec 2010 05:31

Speaking of acquisitions and partnerships, here something to ponder over the OFFSET POLICY

Nikhil T · Post by **Nikhil T** » 15 Dec 2010 11:00

Finance Ministry rejects BSNL's additional Rs. 5400cr overrun demand for Defence network

Dmurphy · Post by **Dmurphy** » 15 Dec 2010 12:50

^^^ I'm afraid this is another telecomm scam in the making

Kailash · Post by **Kailash** » 15 Dec 2010 13:26

Terma and BEL

The agreement sets the frame for current and future cooperation between the two companies, leveraging and complementing the unique strengths of the companies. Under the MoA, BEL and Terma will cooperate on naval radar technology and aircraft self-protection.

In India, Terma sees potential for its advanced surveillance radars for coastal and maritime applications. The future potential also includes participation with Lockheed Martin in the Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft (MMRCA) tender, where Terma will supply the self-protection system for the F-16IN. Furthermore, Terma possesses a wide range of capabilities in naval-related products and technologies.

arun · Post by **arun** » 16 Dec 2010 20:20

X Posted from the Indian Naval discussion thread.

The Indian Navy has issued a Request For Information (RFI) for two Deep Submergence Rescue Vessel’s (DSRV’s):

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION DEEP SUBMERGENCE RESCUE VESSEL FOR INDIAN NAVY

The DSRV‘s will presumably go onto the two 3,000 Ton Diving Support Vessel’s for which the Navy issued an RFI 0n July 9, 2010:

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) CONSTRUCTION OF TWO DIVING SUPPORT VESSELS (DSV) FOR INDIAN NAVY

shukla · Post by **shukla** » 17 Dec 2010 15:20

India's Military Might: Hype over Substance
International Relations and Security Network (ISN)

Dr Harsh V Pant teaches at King's College London in the Department of Defense Studies and is an Associate with the King's Center of Science and Security Studies. His research is focused on Asia-Pacific security issues. His recent books include Contemporary Debates in Indian Foreign and Security Policy (Palgrave Macmillan, 2008) and Indian Foreign Policy in a Unipolar World

Serious concerns about the trajectory of Indian defense policy stand in sharp contrast to hyperbolic talk of India's military rise.

Juggi G · Post by **Juggi G** » 19 Dec 2010 07:42

What’s The Big Deal

Craig Alpert · Post by **Craig Alpert** » 22 Dec 2010 01:40

Russia, India Link Up On Aircraft Production

NEW DELHI — India and Russia have registered a joint venture called Medium Transport Aircraft Ltd. that will develop and manufacture products with India’s Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL), according to United Aircraft Corp. President Alexei Fyodorov.

“It will be in the market in six to seven years,” Fyodorov tells Aviation Week. “We are also considering working on unmanned aerial vehicles with India. But it is still in the early stages.”

More than 25 agreements were signed between Russian and Indian companies here in the areas of life sciences, energy, navigation and information technology during the visit of Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, which runs Dec. 20-22.

India and Russia also will conclude a preliminary design contract for their joint fifth-generation fighter aircraft (FGFA) project (Aerospace DAILY, Dec. 17). The FGFA is based on the Russian Sukhoi T-50 PAK FA, which flew for the first time last January at the Komsomolsk-on-Amur facility in Siberia. The second prototype will fly in early 2011, Fyodorov says. The third prototype will have more advanced systems.

“Once the approvals are through, we will start the actual detailed work,” HAL Chairman Ashok Nayak tells Aviation Week.

Each 30-ton aircraft is priced at around $100 million. “It would be a swing-role fighter with highly advanced avionics, giving 360-deg. situational awareness, stealth to increase survivability and smart weapons,” says P.K. Naik, Indian air force chief. The aircraft is expected to join the Indian service between 2017 and 2020.

Ahead of his visit, Medvedev had said high technology was “at the top of our agenda,” adding that an integrated program of cooperation in the areas of science, technology and innovation until 2020 would be signed. Agreements on joint production of nuclear reactors are also expected.

Outer space exploration has also been identified as a long-term area of cooperation. A bilateral agreement for use of Russia’s Glonass satellites is under negotiation.

SaiK · Post by **SaiK** » 22 Dec 2010 02:57

shukla, the link does not hit the "hype" article you have quoted. Or is it my machine?

arun · Post by **arun** » 25 Dec 2010 08:19

X Posted from the Indian Missiles and Munitions thread.

US Congress notified of likely sale of Harpoon Block II to India.

21 AGM-84L HARPOON Block II Missiles and 5 ATM-84L HARPOON Block II for use on the Boeing P8-I’s:

India – AGM-84L HARPOON Block II Missiles

Sumeet · Post by **Sumeet** » 26 Dec 2010 10:30

just 21 missiles for fleet of 8 aircrafts ?

Singha · Post by **Singha** » 26 Dec 2010 12:47

all the 8 will not arrive in same shot, maybe 3-4 in initial lot. I am sure we will see more orders for naval-Tejas also.

kit · Post by **kit** » 26 Dec 2010 13:25

Craig Alpert wrote:Russia, India Link Up On Aircraft Production
NEW DELHI — India and Russia have registered a joint venture called Medium Transport Aircraft Ltd. that will develop and manufacture products with India’s Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL), according to United Aircraft Corp. President Alexei Fyodorov.

“It will be in the market in six to seven years,” Fyodorov tells Aviation Week. “We are also considering working on unmanned aerial vehicles with India. But it is still in the early stages.”

More than 25 agreements were signed between Russian and Indian companies here in the areas of life sciences, energy, navigation and information technology during the visit of Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, which runs Dec. 20-22.

India and Russia also will conclude a preliminary design contract for their joint fifth-generation fighter aircraft (FGFA) project (Aerospace DAILY, Dec. 17). The FGFA is based on the Russian Sukhoi T-50 PAK FA, which flew for the first time last January at the Komsomolsk-on-Amur facility in Siberia. The second prototype will fly in early 2011, Fyodorov says. The third prototype will have more advanced systems.

“Once the approvals are through, we will start the actual detailed work,” HAL Chairman Ashok Nayak tells Aviation Week.

Each 30-ton aircraft is priced at around $100 million. “It would be a swing-role fighter with highly advanced avionics, giving 360-deg. situational awareness, stealth to increase survivability and smart weapons,” says P.K. Naik, Indian air force chief. The aircraft is expected to join the Indian service between 2017 and 2020.

Ahead of his visit, Medvedev had said high technology was “at the top of our agenda,” adding that an integrated program of cooperation in the areas of science, technology and innovation until 2020 would be signed. Agreements on joint production of nuclear reactors are also expected.

Outer space exploration has also been identified as a long-term area of cooperation. A bilateral agreement for use of Russia’s Glonass satellites is under negotiation.

I guess India has better access to UAV technology through the Israelis.The Russians are still no where 'state of the art' when it comes to UAVs.So whats the deal here ?

Singha · Post by **Singha** » 26 Dec 2010 13:58

Rus is probably taking israeli help on sensor payloads like sar/isar radar, EO pods, datalinks....they have no issues with fcs, airframe or engines to seek any help.

Sukhoi had these large UAV/UCAV designs including a AEW thing with a triangular dish....Zond...http://www.venik4.com/wp-content/upload ... 144951.jpg could be useful for IN to sanitize vast areas of airspace and backup the KA31 coverage.

mikoyan had the SKAT ucav in mockup stage. sukhoi also reported to have a plan
http://www.aviationweek.com/aw/generic/ ... annel=null

maybe we can join in some of these bigger ucav/uav projects with russia and get ourself a high alt global hawk type UAV platform and a stealthy UCAV with a reasonable timeline.

the ucav can lead the SEAD attacks on day1 onward...

shukla · Post by **shukla** » 14 Jan 2011 16:12

India Renews Bid to End Its Military's Dependence on Foreign-Made Weapons
Bloomberg

kit · Post by **kit** » 14 Jan 2011 17:52

shukla wrote:Obama cites India deals to propose easing export controls
Sify News

Citing $10 billion worth of 'landmark' deals with India and other trade initiatives, US President Barack Obama has proposed easing export controls on technology products for 37 allies, but India does not figure in the first list.

During his India trip last month, Obama had promised to ease export rules for India consistent with its emergence as a strategic partner. The US requires exporters to obtain a license to sell civilian technology that also can be used for military purposes. The restrictions vary based on US relations with a country. Four export rules were published Thursday for comment, including new regulations on the export of military vehicles, criteria for creating a tiered system to classify technology for export and lessening restrictions on exports to certain countries.

The proposed regulation would give companies the ability to export without a prior government license for sales of many items to 37 nations: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine and the United Kingdom. A narrower category of items may be sold to 125 nations without approval by the government, according to the draft rule

As I said Washington is not going to allow any super duper tech that can be game changers in a war scenario with China.Any radar or high tech equipment is likely to have back doors that can degrade it significantly.Whatever public posturing these two countries make in public the cold logic of interdependency holds them together.

Jamal K. Malik · Post by **Jamal K. Malik** » 19 Jan 2011 14:44

India likely to sign defence contracts worth Rs 46,000 crore

VinodTK · Post by **VinodTK** » 26 Jan 2011 02:50

US reopens door to tech exports

India is also being placed in a category free to import from the US material that could be used in the construction of missiles or nuclear, chemical and biological weapons, but not verifiably intended for such use.

Though the dismantling of the export controls was announced by President Barack Obama on his November tour of India, it became effective Monday with the publication of a notice updating the US's Export Administration Regulations.

The third part of the deal, membership for India to international export control regimes such as the Nuclear Suppliers Group and the missile technology control regime, an administration official said, work is under way.