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India's Ambassador to France, Sanjeev Kumar Singla, has been tasked with a special mandate amid intensifying diplomatic engagements over a major Rafale deal. As New Delhi eyes a bulk procurement of the advanced fighter jets, Singla's role underscores Paris' proactive involvement in sealing the agreement.Expectations are high for an MoU signing during French President Emmanuel Macron's upcoming visit to India, building on prior Rafale successes. This development aligns with Macron's Delhi visit and meeting with PM Mkdi, to bolster defense ties. The deal bolsters India's air superiority amid regional threats, with France pushing offsets, tech transfers, and joint production. Singla, a 1997-batch IFS officer with prior Israel stints, coordinates from Paris. Bilateral defense trade has surged, reflecting strategic convergence on Indo-Pacific security.This move signals deepening Franco-Indian partnership, potentially worth billions, as both sides accelerate negotiations for swift delivery.
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