India and US sign 10-year defence pact amid trade tensions

1 Nov 2025 · 07:06 ISTpre-market1 source ↓written by the desknot a recommendation

aimed at enhancing: 10-year defence pact

India and the US have signed a 10-year defence pact aimed at enhancing interoperability and co-production. However, concerns arise over the true nature of this partnership, as it appears to favor US arms sales while limiting technology transfers to India. This dynamic may impact India's defence procurement strategies moving forward.

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India and US sign 10-year defence pact amid trade tensions

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