In the lead-up to Aero India 2025, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to host an Ambassadors’ Round-Table in New Delhi on January 10, 2025. The event will see over 150 Ambassadors and High Commissioners from friendly nations gather to discuss the key highlights of the upcoming aerospace and defence exhibition. This forum will offer an opportunity for foreign diplomats to receive detailed briefings on the event’s significance, its diverse activities, and India’s evolving position in the global aerospace sector.
Agenda of the meeting
The primary focus of the Round-Table will be to present the framework of Aero India 2025, scheduled from February 10-14 at the Air Force Station in Yelahanka, Bengaluru. As Asia’s largest aerospace and defence exhibition, the event promises a packed agenda, including major industry discussions, live air displays, and an expansive trade fair.
The Theme
The theme for this year’s event, The Runway to a Billion Opportunities, highlights India’s ambition to foster partnerships that will help drive technological advancements and enhance its domestic capabilities.
Importance
The Round-Table will also see Minister Rajnath Singh personally extend invitations to the senior leadership of various countries to attend the event. The first three days (February 10-12) will focus on business engagements, while February 13-14 will be dedicated to public viewing, allowing citizens to witness the technological prowess on display. One of the event’s central objectives will be to facilitate collaborations between Indian and international firms, with a particular emphasis on boosting indigenous production capabilities.
Why Aero India?
Aero India serves as an essential platform for industry leaders to showcase new innovations, engage with key stakeholders, and explore emerging opportunities in the aerospace and defence industries. This year’s event is poised to strengthen India’s role as a hub for global aerospace activity, driving forward both international partnerships and indigenous defence capabilities.