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As Trump’s second term unfolds, Hegseth’s Indo-Pacific tour reassures allies and strengthens US defence ties with Japan and the Philippines, espec

Trump’s shift on Taiwan, from omitting opposition to independence to boosting defence ties, sparks tension with Beijing. Is it leverage or Asia pivo

ट्रम्प 2.0 अंतर्गत, त्यांचे संरक्षण धोरण त्यांच्या पहिल्य�

Trump 2.0’s defence strategy is likely to be a continuation of his first term, pushing allies in Europe and East Asia to increase military expenditu

While the Russia-India defence ties remain vital, the Ukraine war and shifting geopolitics are prompting a re-evaluation of the partnership

India can help Bangladesh overcome its overt dependence on China’s arms exports, while increased defence cooperation with Dhaka would ease New Delhi

आर्मेनिया आणि भारत यांच्यातील वाढते संरक्षण सहकार्य आण�

The growing trends in Armenia-India defence cooperation and new arms deals suggest that Armenia should establish a more strategic and comprehensive pa

मालदीवने भारतासोबतचा हायड्रोग्राफिक सर्व्हे करार मागे

The recent decision by Maldives to revoke the hydrographic survey agreement with India is indicative of the ebbing of trust between the two

Modi’s visit to Egypt offers a strong platform to build a relationship in the changing world order

The visit of Modi to Washington D.C. promises to be a harbinger of a major transformation in US-India defence ties

Prime Minister’s visit to the US could prove to be pivotal as it aims to boost India-US economic and defence ties

The Philippines has decided to ramp up its defence ties with the US. How will this growing bonhomie impact Philippines-China relations remains to be s

It is in New Delhi’s interest to strengthen its partnership with Yerevan by further deepening its defence ties.

India will require both quantitative and qualitative augmentation of its nuclear capabilities if it hopes to deter Chinese military activities within

Cooperation in various areas ranging from technology to defence has led to the opening up of a new potential partnership between the two-tech savvy de

The US Navy’s recent Freedom of Navigation Operation in India’s Exclusive Economic Zone underscores Biden’s shift in priorities for US-India def

Recent focus on convergence-based institutionalisation of bilateral ties has consolidated India-US defence ties, without the overbearing pressures of

Trump’s announcement of the first-ever tri-service US-India military exercise demonstrates his will to insulate US-India defence ties from bilateral

Washington is seeking an active New Delhi by raising the tempo of US-India defence trade and interoperability agreements.

A lot of the things are hanging in the air because Indo-US relations are doing so as well. Given India's reticence in giving any kind of political shape to the partnership with the US, Washington is understandably stringing New Delhi along with promises. Modi's forthcoming visit to Washington DC could be an opportunity to move forward in some of the issues

The maritime domain has taken centre stage in talks

Despite the kind words, emergency cooperation, and the defence relationship, there are longer term difficulties in the India-Russia relationship that are unlikely to be easy to resolve.

Vietnam is an important player in India’s Act East policy and also its Indo-Pacific vision

This brief probes the role of the current 116th US Congress in strengthening India-US relations in the realm of defence trade and technology transfers. The analysis is done in the context of the Trump administration’s relaxation of arms export policies, as well as a rise in conservative nationalism which abhors arming partner nations that prolong US conflicts overseas. Furthermore, as the Democrat-majority House of Representatives appropriates

The visit of America’s Defence Secretary earlier in June has prepared the ground for the the Indian Prime Minister’s U.S. visit next week, which could see some big ticket announcements

The ongoing challenge for the Indian and US governments is to define what exactly the "strategic relationship" is in form and function, in which context a defence relationship will mature.

Defence cooperation has acquired a stable momentum, but there are still major challenges that Washington and New Delhi need to address

Track record of Trump 1.0 suggest defence ties will not be purely transactional. Yet, getting the US to show more commitment to technology transfer will be challenging. But Trump’s desire to cement a legacy is an opportunity that needs to be seized.

India-US defence ties are driven not only by business and commercial interests, but by the logic of geopolitics. Sustained bipartisan support in favour of burgeoning India-US ties is necessary.

India-US defence ties have been improving significantly.

This brief examines the historical dimension of the tensions between Japan and South Korea and its implications on the current breakdown in their bilateral relationship. It argues that the battle over historical memory has led to lasting animosity between the two countries, contributing to serious problems in their defence ties and creating space for China to expand its influence in the region. The brief explores why efforts to overcome the histo

Gen. Mattis' visit underscored the growing salience of defence ties in shaping the trajectory of Indo-US relations.

Saudi Arabia's recent $1.5 billion grant to Pakistan re-affirms the depth of the relationship that the two countries share. It has also brought into focus their expanding defence ties and raised concerns about Pakistan's possible role in the Syrian civil war.

Both India and France are guided by fiercely autonomous foreign policies that are paying their dividends in today’s transactional and volatile world

The optics around the 2+2 Dialogue in Delhi are defining — the defence ties between the two countries have come of age

Despite disagreements over trade, relations between the US and India are poised for further consolidation. Defence ties continue to remain strong

The US has done some serious weight-lifting to break down its own barriers to closer defence ties with India, and has taken away the plank that it isn't sincere. Can India do the same? Dr. Carter and his team have left a legacy which can be built upon. It is just the end of the beginning.