French Defence Minister arrives tonight, Rafale deal tomorrow
September 22, 2016  21:26
image
French Defence Minister Jean Yves Le Drian will arrive in New Delhi tonight to sign the Euro 7.8 billion (Rs 59,000 crore) deal tomorrow for 36 Rafale jets which will come equipped with latest missiles and weapon system, giving IAFa cutting edge over arch rival Pakistan.

The deal for the aircraft, the first fighter jet deal in20 years, will be signed tomorrow in the presence of Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar and Drian, sources in Defence Ministry said.

Also present will be the chief executive officers of top French companies, including Dassault Aviation, the makers of Rafale.
« Back to LIVE

TOP STORIES