Korea, India discuss stalled Biho air defense deal at defense talks
Korea has discussed a stalled air defense system export project with India during their regular defense cooperation dialogue, Seoul's arms procurement agency said Tuesday, amid renewed prospects for New Delhi's potential purchase of the anti-aircraft platform. The Biho Hybrid air defense system was among the topics discussed between officials of the Defense Acquisition Program Administration…
Korea and India engaged in discussions about a suspended air defense system deal during their latest defense cooperation dialogue, according to Seoul's arms procurement agency. The Biho Hybrid air defense system was among the subjects addressed between officials from the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) and India's defense ministry in New Delhi on Tuesday, as reported by DAPA.
India had previously shown interest in acquiring the Biho Hybrid armored vehicle system in a potential deal worth around $2.5 billion, but progress stalled due to the Indian government's emphasis on developing domestic defense manufacturing capabilities. The Biho Hybrid air defense system, manufactured by Hanwha Aerospace, is equipped with twin 30 millimeter rapid-fire cannons for close-range targets and missiles for longer-range threats, making it a formidable platform against drones and low-flying aircraft. Recent reports suggest that India is presently reevaluating its stance on the Biho Hybrid system.
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