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On November 10, within the framework of the 2025 Defense and Security Exhibition taking place in Thailand, Viettel Equipment Manufacturing Corporation signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Ordefence Systems Limited (Ordefence), a unit of Indias leading private corporation - Adani, to develop and expand the supply network of defense and high-tech products. This is an important step in Viettels strategy of improving defense capacity and expanding the global market. Viettel Equipment Manufacturing Corporation signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Ordefence. According to the agreement, Viettel Equipment Manufacturing Corporation and Ordefence aim to build a strategic cooperation relationship in research and development of new generation defense and security solutions, while promoting the commercialization of dual-use products in Vietnam and potential international markets. Taking advantage of domestic production, the two businesses plan to deploy an OEM model (the company produces products according to the partners requirements and designs, then the products are sold under that partners brand) combined with technology transfer and mastery of systems, components and modules of Ordefences product line. In addition, the cooperation orientation also includes in-depth training activities, sharing knowledge, experience and exchanging experts, contributing to improving technological capacity and building a high-quality human resources team. As one of 9 Corporations under the Group, Viettel Equipment Manufacturing Corporation possesses comprehensive capabilities from research, design to large-scale production, with a modern factory system and strict quality standards. With the strength of mastering the production of high-tech components and modules and experience in transfer and localization with international partners, Viettel Equipment Manufacturing Corporation has a solid foundation to support Ordefence in OEM production, technology integration and product localization in Vietnam. A team of specialized engineers and highly reliable project implementation capacity are also advantages that help Viettel member units accompany Ordefence in developing dual-use defense products, optimizing the supply chain and mastering core technologies within the framework of strategic cooperation. The event was attended by Colonel Nguyen Vu Ha, Deputy General Director of Viettel Group. Viettels signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with the Indian Group marks an important step forward in the strategy of integration and expansion of international cooperation in the field of defense industry. This agreement not only affirms Viettels high-tech research, development and production capacity, but also opens up opportunities for Make in Vietnam products to participate more deeply in the global value chain. At the same time, this cooperation also contributes to strengthening the defense industry cooperation relationship between Vietnam and India, creating the foundation for a sustainable, autonomous and globalized development ecosystem in the field of defense technology. Known as one of Indias largest multi-industry corporations, Adani affirms its solid position in the international arena with 2024 revenue reaching 37.2 billion USD. In that large ecosystem, Ordefense Systems Limited is a strategic subsidiary of the groups defense sector, specializing in providing security equipment and advanced weapons to the armed forces, with outstanding product lines: Unmanned systems (UAVs), suicide bullets, anti-UAV systems, ammunition, missiles & precision guided weapons, infantry weapons, Aircraft & MRO services and AI/ML & Cyber Security. Through cooperation, Ordefence shares core technology, development experience, and transfers production of high-tech product lines suitable to the capacity of Viettel Equipment Manufacturing Corporation. The two sides also coordinate in design, professional and technical training and evaluate commercial feasibility for each solution. With a strongly developed international partner network, Ordefence will accompany Viettel in expanding distribution channels and joining deeper into the global defense supply chain.Minh Thi
