Defense Systems
India plans to make armored vehicles with US help, officials say
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced the deal during a bilateral meeting with State Secretary Antony Blinken and Indian ministers of defense and external affairs.
Ideas
As Modi Preps for US Visit, Mideast Leaders Study India’s Nonalignment
Many Middle East governments want good ties to the U.S.—without the disrespect.
Science & Tech
A ‘Modern National Security Strategy’: Q&A with Rep. Ro Khanna
The ranking member of a HASC tech subcommittee has thoughts on China, chips, and how the Pentagon should integrate its approach to both.
Policy
US Lawmakers Want to Give India a Pass For Buying Russian Missiles
American officials have been urging allies to give up Russian-made weapons in favor of western arms.
Policy
Biden Asks India to ‘Do More’ to Stop Russia and Help Ukraine
In a virtual meeting, the president pushed India’s Modi to cut Russian energy purchases, while the White House kept a diplomatically polite facade.
Ideas
Indian Democracy Is On The Ropes. The US Must Act
There are still things U.S. policymakers can do to shore up the world’s largest democracy.
Ideas
How SecDef Austin Can Make the Most of His India Visit
The defense secretary should pave the way for more and deeper defense trade and technology cooperation.
Ideas
To Deter China, Deepen the US-Indian Partnership
Here are some ideas for the upcoming 2+2 defense and foreign affairs ministerial conference.
Ideas
India’s and Pakistan’s Lies Thwarted a War—For Now
Lying about facts to de-escalate tension in Kashmir is a playbook they’ve both used before.
Ideas
America Can't Duck the India-Pakistan Crisis
The most recent friction between the two nuclear powers offers unpleasant lessons yet clear opportunities.
Threats
US Influence Over India-Pakistan Crisis in Question
Trump officials are working the phones, but “the U.S. position seems to be ‘You guys figure it out yourselves.’”
Ideas
How to End the Worst India-Pakistan Crisis in a Generation
Stepping back from the brink now will require political courage in New Delhi and reciprocity in Islamabad.
Business
Lockheed Unveils F-21 Fighter, a Beefy F-16 Concept It’s Pitching to India
It’s the company’s latest attempt to secure a $15 billion deal for 114 new fighter jets.
Ideas
Who Will Prevent the Next India-Pakistan War?
China’s stakes and vulnerabilities in South Asia have grown. U.S. leaders should make use of this.
Ideas
What Next for US-India Military Ties?
A new agreement between top U.S. and Indian officials will deepen military cooperation and bolster strategic ties between the two countries.
Ideas
How to Keep the US-India Defense Relationship Moving Ahead
Both countries can help each other in a rapidly changing Asia — if they can pick their way past several looming obstacles.
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