Global Outlook

  Atul Keshap, the U.S. Charge d'Affaires in India, recently emphasized that private-sector collaboration will be the key driver of the next phase of defense ties between India and the United States. This assertion highlights the growing recognition of the importance of leveraging the capabilities and expertise of private enterprises to enhance defense cooperation between the two countries. As India and the United States forge ahead in strengthening their defense relationship, increased private-sector collaboration promises to unlock immense potential in areas such as technology transfer, joint manufacturing, and research and development. The focus on private-sector collaboration marks a significant shift in the traditional paradigm of defense cooperation between India and the United States. While government-to-government engagement has been the cornerstone of their defense ties, both countries now recognize the need to harness the innovation and efficiency of the private sector to...