Apparently, Modi told Putler that India is ready to move their arms purchases to more dependable sources, including the US: - MSN
Media report. When did we say that we will buy all our requirements from Russia only? Sure, we buy things from US, France, UK, too.
"The U.S. Congress designated India a “Major Defense Partner” in 2016, conveying certain defense trade and security cooperation privileges."
"Major U.S. defense sales to India over the past 15 years include transport and maritime aircraft (C- 130J Super Hercules, C-17 Globemaster IIIs, and P-8I Poseidons); transport, maritime, and attack helicopters (CH-47F Chinooks, MH-60R Seahawks, and AH-64E Apaches); Harpoon anti-ship missiles; and M777 howitzers, .."
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Our own defense production and exports are growing rapidly.
"Looking ahead projections suggest that India could be producing defense equipment worth about
USD 35.9 billion annually by 2027. Despite being the world's largest arms importer, India is also making strides in defense exports."
India is working hard to make itself more self sufficient in defence. Instead of relying heavily on imports, the country is focusing on making its own military equipment.
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