French Defence Minister Attends TASL Programme in India
French Defence Minister Catherine Vautrin visited Vemagal Village in Kolar to attend a TASL program, highlighting the strengthening industrial partnership between India and France in aerospace and defence. The visit included a ceremonial reception at HAL Airport and the inauguration of India's first private helicopter final assembly line.
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French Defence Minister Catherine Vautrin has arrived in India to participate in a significant TASL program held at Vemagal village, Kolar. The visit highlights the strengthening industrial alliance between India and France in the domains of aerospace and defence.
Upon her arrival at HAL Airport in Bengaluru, Minister Vautrin was welcomed with a ceremonial reception, reflecting the importance of her visit. A guard of honour was presented by various military forces, emphasizing the growing strategic partnership.
The Minister is set to inaugurate India’s first private sector helicopter final assembly line alongside Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The TASL facility underscores the significant advancement in India's aerospace manufacturing capabilities and reinforces the deepening ties between the two countries.
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