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International Relations: India-US Partnership

International Relations 10/09/2025
International Relations: India-US Partnership

India-US Strategic Partnership

India-US relations have evolved from Cold War estrangement to a comprehensive global strategic partnership, becoming one of the defining partnerships of the 21st century.

Historical Evolution

Relations were strained during Cold War due to India's non-alignment and US-Pakistan alliance. Post-Cold War era saw gradual improvement, accelerated after 2000.

Civil Nuclear Deal (2008)

Landmark agreement ending India's nuclear isolation, allowing civilian nuclear cooperation while recognizing India as a responsible nuclear power.

Defense Cooperation

India designated as Major Defense Partner. Joint military exercises (Malabar, Yudh Abhyas), defense technology transfer, and growing defense trade worth $20 billion.

Economic Partnership

Bilateral trade exceeds $190 billion. US is India's largest trading partner and major source of FDI. Cooperation in technology, innovation, and clean energy.

Strategic Convergence

Shared democratic values, common concerns about terrorism and China's assertiveness. Cooperation through Quad (India, US, Japan, Australia) for Indo-Pacific security.

Challenges

Trade disputes, H-1B visa issues, India's defense ties with Russia, and differing approaches on some regional issues require careful management.