New Delhi. New Delhi. UK Defence Solutions Centre (UKDSC) hosted the first UK-India Virtual Industry Engagement Forum bringing together a broad representation from the United Kingdom and Indian defence industry on June 10. Director DSO, Mark Goldsack kindly agreed to support the event along with the High Commission of India in London.

The forum presented the far-reaching implications of COVID-19 and the potential effects on UK and India defence procurement. Presenters from the UK India Business Council and the Society for Indian Defence Manufactures gave a great insight into the recently announced reforms in India and what it means for UK business.

This was the first of several virtual government and industry activities, that will be utilised to strengthen this consortiums effectiveness for a long-lasting impact.

UKDSC Chief Executive Mark Barclay said, “The virtual forum was a great way to show our partners in India that the UK is looking beyond the COVID-19 pandemic in supporting India’s aspirations for self-reliance and long-term international partnerships.”