The third edition of the INDUS-X Summit recently held in US, marked a significant advancement in the defence innovation partnership between India and the United States.
- A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) & the Defence Innovation Unit (DIU) of the US to enhance cooperation in defence innovation and foster collaboration among industry, research, & investment stakeholders.
Key Announcements:
- INDUS-X Impact Report: Release of the report highlighting the achievements and impacts of the INDUS-X initiative.
- Official INDUS-X Webpage: Launch of the dedicated INDUS-X webpage on the iDEX and DIU websites for better accessibility and information dissemination.
About INDUS-X Initiative:
- Launched in: 2023, during the Prime Minister’s State visit to the US.
- Objective: To expand strategic technology partnerships and defence industrial cooperation between the US and India.
- Function: Acts as an ‘Innovation Bridge’ connecting defence startups of both countries.
- Part of: The U.S.-India initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET).
- Steering Bodies: iDEX (Ministry of Defence, India) and DIU (US Department of Defense).
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Frequently Asked Question:
What is the INDUS-X Summit?
INDUS-X Summit is a defence innovation initiative aimed at strengthening cooperation between India and the United States.
What was a key highlight of the third INDUS-X Summit?
A significant MoU was signed between iDEX and DIU to promote defence innovation collaboration.
What is the objective of the INDUS-X initiative?
The objective is to expand strategic technology partnerships and defence industrial cooperation between the US and India.
When was the INDUS-X initiative launched?
INDUS-X was launched in 2023 during the Indian Prime Minister’s State visit to the United States.
Which organizations steer the INDUS-X initiative?
INDUS-X is jointly steered by India’s iDEX and the US Department of Defense’s DIU.