Question : DEFENCE EQUIPMENTS TO ALGERIA



(a) whether Algeria has proposed to buy defence equipments from India;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) the time by which the deal is likely to be finalised?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SHRI GEORGE FERNANDES)

(a) Yes, Sir.

(b) & (c): Ministry of Defence, Algeria has contracted for non lethal defence equipment from Ordnance Factory Board. The Algerian Navy has shown interest in products/services of Mazagon Dock Limited. In such matters a definite commitment on conclusion of the contract cannot be made.