After 2000, US-India security and defence engagement shifted from post-nuclear estrangement to a deep strategic partnership. Driven by post-9/11 counter-terrorism and a shared concern over China’s rise, defence trade surged from near-zero to over $22 billion, supported by foundational military agreements and joint Indo-Pacific frameworks. The United States and India are the world’s oldest andContinue reading “Why India is Sceptical About the USA Entering Its Fighter Aircraft Ecosystem”
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The Indo-US Defence Industrial Cooperation – The Gap between Ambition and Execution
US defence sales to India have surged past $22 billion since the initial deal for six Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules aircraft was signed in early 2008. Since then, the US has become one of India’s key arms suppliers. However, despite the growth in military sales and bold initiatives such as the 10-Year Framework forContinue reading “The Indo-US Defence Industrial Cooperation – The Gap between Ambition and Execution”