India-U.S. Defence Cooperation Expansion
India and the U.S. have agreed to broaden their defence ties through the commencement of discussions on a new ten-year framework. This development was announced during the India-U.S. 2+2 Intersessional Dialogue held on August 25, 2025.
Objectives and Areas of Cooperation
The dialogue emphasized several key areas of collaboration:
- Defence Partnership Framework: Signing a new ten-year Framework for the India-U.S. Major Defence Partnership.
- Advancement in Defence Sectors:
- Industrial cooperation
- Science and technology collaboration
- Operational coordination
- Regional cooperation
- Information-sharing
COMPACT Initiative
Both nations aim to build upon previous achievements under the India-U.S. COMPACT (Catalyzing Opportunities for Military Partnership, Accelerated Commerce & Technology) which is designed for the 21st Century and beyond.
Commitment to Indo-Pacific Region
The chairs reaffirmed their commitment to promoting a safer, stronger, and more prosperous Indo-Pacific region through the QUAD partnership.
Conclusion
The dialogue concluded with appreciation for the productive meeting, highlighting eagerness to continue enhancing the bilateral relationship to benefit both nations.
