India–Japan Agreement on UNICORN Masts:
A Key Milestone in Defence Cooperation
“India and Japan signed a Memorandum of Implementation (MOI) on 15 November 2024 for the co-development of Unified Complex Radio Antenna (UNICORN) masts.1 This innovative technology is for fitment on-board Indian Navy ships. While Japan will provide advanced design expertise, India will focus on integration and co-production. The agreement symbolises the deepening of the defence ties between India and Japan.”
“Technology sharing and co-production initiatives bolster indigenous production. India has been heavily reliant on Russian defence equipment. This has resulted in vulnerabilities in terms of the availability of spare parts, repairs, upgrades and diplomatic leverages. The antenna agreement with Japan not only unlocks new procurement sources and avenues for defence collaborations but also strengthens the bond with a reliable democratic partner, sharing the vision of a free, stable and prosperous global order.”
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