India Belgium Partnership Expands Into Defence and Clean Energy

India Belgium Partnership has made remarkable progress over the past decade, with cooperation expanding beyond traditional areas into strategic sectors such as defence and clean energy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said.

Recalling his visit to Belgium ten years ago, PM Modi expressed satisfaction with the progress achieved in bilateral relations. He highlighted the growing scope of cooperation between the two countries and pointed to collaboration in modern defence equipment and clean-energy projects.

According to Modi, India and Belgium are working together on advanced defence equipment, including the Zorawar tank, while also developing a major green ammonia project in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.

Modi Highlights Progress in India Belgium Partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reflected on the evolution of the India Belgium Partnership over the last decade.

Recalling his visit to Belgium ten years ago, Modi said he was delighted to see the remarkable progress made in the relationship since then.

The Prime Minister noted that bilateral cooperation has expanded significantly, moving beyond traditional areas into strategic sectors that are increasingly important to both countries.

Cooperation Beyond Traditional Sectors

The relationship between India and Belgium has broadened to include areas such as defence and clean energy.

According to Modi, the expansion demonstrates how the partnership is adapting to emerging economic, technological and strategic priorities.

The growing focus on these sectors also creates opportunities for cooperation in advanced technology, industrial development and sustainable energy.

Defence Cooperation Gains Importance

A key area highlighted by PM Modi was defence cooperation between India and Belgium.

He said the two countries are collaborating on modern defence equipment, specifically mentioning the Zorawar tank.

The reference highlights the increasing importance of defence-related cooperation within the broader India Belgium Partnership.

Zorawar Tank Cooperation

The Zorawar tank is an advanced light tank developed for specialised operational requirements.

Modi's mention of the project underlines India's efforts to develop and strengthen modern defence capabilities while expanding international cooperation in defence technology and equipment.

The collaboration also reflects the broader shift in bilateral engagement towards strategic sectors.

Clean Energy Emerges as Another Key Area

Clean energy is another important pillar of the expanding India Belgium Partnership.

PM Modi highlighted the development of one of the world's largest green ammonia projects in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh.

Green ammonia is produced using hydrogen generated through renewable-energy-based processes. It is being explored globally as a potential low-carbon fuel and as a way to support the decarbonisation of sectors that are difficult to electrify directly.