India and Russia Open Talks to Co-Produce Il-114 Turboprop During Putin’s New Delhi Visit

Overview

• Rostec said both countries are examining options to manufacture the Il-114 regional aircraft in India.
• Officials characterized the proposal as an early-stage evaluation with no contracts or production commitments.
• The aviation discussions formed part of the agenda at the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit in New Delhi.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an Economic Cooperation Programme through 2030 to diversify and balance trade.
• The two sides signaled efforts toward an early Free Trade Agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union and a new program to train Indian seafarers for polar operations.