US Ambassador Gor: 10-Year Defence Pact Deepens India-US Strategic Ties

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News18•28-01-2026, 09:08
US Ambassador Gor: 10-Year Defence Pact Deepens India-US Strategic Ties
- •US Ambassador Sergio Gor emphasized the strength of India-US bilateral defence cooperation, citing a 10-year defence pact signed last year.
- •The pact is expected to significantly deepen the strategic partnership between Washington and New Delhi, with continued joint exercises and additional sales.
- •Gor highlighted the participation of US-manufactured aircraft in India's Republic Day parade as a symbol of strong strategic partnership.
- •Discussions between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and a US Congressional delegation covered trade issues, defence cooperation, and geopolitical challenges.
- •Despite ongoing trade disputes, US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about future trade relations with India, praising PM Narendra Modi.
Why It Matters: US Ambassador Gor affirms the 10-year defence pact strengthens India-US strategic ties amid trade discussions.
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