Opinion: On India-US Defence Agenda — Trump’s Focus On Sale As India Eyes Tech Transfer

When PM Narendra Modi visits US next week for his first meeting with President Trump under the latter’s second tenure, significant defence systems are expected to be discussed. 

As PM Modi prepares for his visit to the US, President Donald Trump has articulated a desire for India to increase its acquisition of American-made security equipment.

Source : PTI

The defence cooperation between India and the United States has primarily revolved around the procurement of defence equipment from American manufacturers, marking a significant aspect of the evolving strategic relations between the two nations, often described as the defining partnership of the 21st century. Since 2007, defence systems and platforms valued at approximately $25 billion have been transferred to India. More big-ticket defence deals are expected to be on the table during Prime