Argentina Shown Interest In Tejas Fighter Aircraft

External Affairs Minister of India (EAM) H.E. Dr S. Jaishankar was on an official visit to Argentina from 25-26 August 2022, at the invitation of Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship (FM) H.E. Mr. Santiago Cafiero.
During his meeting with Argentina’s Foreign Minister, EAM Dr Jaishankar, acknowledging Argentine interest in the Made in India TEJAS fighter aircraft for Argentine Air Force, highlighted the importance of the proposal in enhancing strategic quotient of the bilateral relationship. Both sides agreed to promote the exchange of visits between the Armed Forces, defence training, and collaboration for joint production of defence-related equipment.

India and Argentina reviewed their ongoing cooperation in the strategic sectors of Defence, Nuclear Energy and Space and reiterated their commitment to work together for mutual benefit. It was agreed to enhance cooperation in the Defence sector within the framework of the MOU on Defence Cooperation signed in 2019. Both sides also explored expanding the scope of their partnership through, inter-alia, the conclusion of further MOUs / Agreements, as may be required.