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In implementing such framework and to position India amongst the leading countries of the world in defence and aerospace sectors,
The DPEPP 2020 is envisaged as overarching guiding document of MoD to provide a focused, structured and significant thrust to defence production capabilities of the country for self-reliance and exports.
The policy proposes to develop a dynamic, robust and competitive defence industry, including
It also seeks to reduce dependence on imports and take forward "Make in India" initiatives through domestic design and development. The policy's aim is to promote export of defence products and become part of the global defence value chains.
It emphasizes creation of an environment that encourages R&D,
The policy brings out multiple strategies under the focus areas of procurement reforms, indigenization and support to MSMEs/startups, optimize resource allocation, investment promotion, FDI and Ease of Doing business, innovation and R&D, DPSUs and OFB, quality assurance and testing infrastructure and export promotion.
The vision as stated in the policy is "To make India amongst the leading countries of the world in Defence sector, including Aerospace and Naval Shipbuilding sectors, from design to production, with active participation of public and private sector and thus fulfilling the twin objectives of self-reliance and exports".
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