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UK and India Seal £350 Million Missile Deal in Mumbai

10/9/2025

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The UK and India finalized a £350 million deal for lightweight multirole missiles during Keir Starmer's Mumbai visit.
As part of the deal, Thales in Northern Ireland will manufacture the missiles and secure over 700 jobs.
The partnership advances India's military modernization and self-reliance in defense technology.
A £250 million deal covers electric-powered ship engines, underscoring shared defense aims.

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Story summary

The UK and India finalized a £350 million deal for lightweight multirole missiles during Keir Starmer's Mumbai visit.
As part of the deal, Thales in Northern Ireland will manufacture the missiles and secure over 700 jobs.
The partnership advances India's military modernization and self-reliance in defense technology.
A £250 million deal covers electric-powered ship engines, underscoring shared defense aims.