Could This Shift India’s Air Power? India-France JV to Build HAMMER Precision Weapons Locally

India and France have entered a joint venture to locally produce HAMMER precision weapons, signaling a potential transformation of India’s air power capability. The collaboration aims to enhance domestic defence manufacturing, reduce reliance on imports, and strengthen strategic ties. This deal could also usher in technology transfer, boost indigenous defense innovation, and impact future investments and policy in India’s defense sector.