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US and India Deepen Defense and Trade Ties to Counter China’s Influence

The United States plans to ramp up military sales to India from 2025, including the provision of F-35 fighter jets, according to US President Donald Trump. Although no specific timeline was given, such foreign military sales involving advanced technology like the stealth F-35 typically require several years to finalize.

This move is indicative of India’s emerging role as a significant global player, particularly in maritime trade considering that the influx of sophisticated US weaponry into India correlates strongly with the nation’s investments in critical infrastructure projects, such as ports, aimed at bolstering security and countering Chinese influence in the region.

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