Transfer of Defence Technology: Exploring the Avenues for India

Kevin A. Desouza

Archive data: Person was Research Fellow at IDSA from September 2015 to December 2016 Joined IDSA 30 Sep 2015 Experience Electronic Warfare, Signal Intelligence, Defence Acquisition and Project Management. Education… Continue reading Transfer of Defence Technology: Exploring the Avenues for India read more

India has been the recipient of transfers of defence technology predominantly through the licensed manufacture mode which, while being cheap and easy to implement, has some major limitations. This article looks into alternate modes of technology transfer and explores additional possibilities through a broad perspective on technology development. It also attempts to assess the relative strengths of each mode, the challenges in implementation and indicate a way forward to meet suitable national goals.

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