Question : NEW GENERATION WEAPON SYSTEMS

(a) whether India and Russia are exploring fresh areas for joint research, development and production of new generation weapon systems;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether any agreement has been signed in this regard; and

(d) if so, the details thereof?

MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SHRI GEORGE FERNANDES)


(a) & (b): Yes, Sir. A joint working group between Russia and India has been set up to evolve research projects.

(c) & (d): No, Sir.