WORLD NEWS | Boeing Apache showcases strengths of India-US partnership in resilient supply chains: Indian envoy Sandhu

washington [US], February 17 (ANI): India’s ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, on Friday visited the Boeing Apache helicopter production line in Phoenix, Arizona. Sandhu said on his official Twitter account that Apache demonstrates the strengths of India-US partnership in resilient supply chains.

Taranjit Singh Sandhu tweeted: “Great to visit the @Boeing #Apache production line in #Phoenix. Airframes and other components are made by over 300 companies including #India SMEs, Apache demonstrates the resilience of India-US partnership Advantages in the supply chain!”

Read also | US Diwali Holiday 2023: New York City Council Passes Resolution Backing School Breaks for Deepavali (Watch Video).

Sandhu’s visit to Boeing Apache’s production line coincided with the docking between Air India and Boeing. On February 14, American aerospace company Boeing stated that this will be Boeing’s largest order in South Asia. Boeing said in a statement that the deal between Boeing and Air India includes options to buy 50 additional 737 MAXs and 20 787-9s.

Boeing said in a statement: “When finalized, this will be the largest Boeing order in South Asia and a historic milestone in Boeing’s nearly 90-year partnership with the airline. The order will be released to Boeing’s Orders and Deliveries website.” .

Read also | Turkey and Syria earthquake: Death toll exceeds 41,000 as relief efforts continue.

On February 14, US President Joe Biden announced the agreement between Boeing and Air India. In a statement from the White House, Biden said the announcement reflected the strength of the US-India economic partnership.

“America can and will lead the world in manufacturing,” Biden said. “I am proud to announce today the purchase of more than 200 American-made airplanes through a historic agreement between Air India and Boeing.” “

“This procurement will support more than 1 million jobs in 44 US states, many of which do not require a four-year college degree. This announcement also reflects the strength of the US-India economic partnership. I join Prime Minister Modi in looking forward to our Further deepen our partnership as we continue to address our shared global challenges – creating a more secure and prosperous future for all our citizens,” he added.

After the announcement, US President Joe Biden spoke with Prime Minister Narendra on the phone. The two leaders welcomed the agreement between Air India and Boeing, calling it a “shining example of mutually beneficial cooperation”. Prime Minister Modi has invited Boeing and other US companies to take advantage of the opportunities presented by the expansion of India’s civil aviation industry.

“They welcome the announcement of a landmark agreement between Air India and Boeing, a shining example of mutually beneficial cooperation that will help create new jobs in both countries,” said a release from the Prime Minister’s Office. (Arnie)

(This is an unedited and auto-generated story from a Syndicated News feed, the body of content may not have been modified or edited by LatestLY staff)