India and the US have signed a new pact to jointly produce advanced weapon systems, including autonomous gliders, moored surveillance systems, and naval drones that can operate both on the surface and underwater. The initiative, named Autonomous Systems Industry Alliance (ASIA), aims to enhance security in the Indo-Pacific region by leveraging industry partnerships and exporting these systems to friendly countries. Key players like Bharat Electronics Limited and Boeing’s Liquid Robotics are set to benefit from this collaboration, with a focus on improving surveillance and strike capabilities in response to China’s growing assertiveness in the region.
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