India is poised to enhance its defense capabilities significantly as the Israeli Consul General in Mumbai, Yaniv Revach, indicated that during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit, both countries are expected to expand their defense agreements. A key component of this deal could involve the transfer of technology for Israel's renowned Iron Dome missile defense system, a major advancement for India's defense sector.

According to Revach, this will not merely be a transaction for buying and selling weapons; rather, it is aimed at focusing on developing these systems within India under the "Make in India" initiative. The emphasis will be on manufacturing and sharing technologies such as the Iron Dome in India itself, which represents a substantial step towards self-reliance in the defense sector.

The Israeli diplomat underscored that both India and Israel face similar security challenges, making their defense partnership vital. By sharing its defense technologies, Israel views India as a robust and reliable strategic partner, highlighting the importance of mutual cooperation in addressing common security threats and enhancing defense manufacturing capabilities in India.