Following his victory in India's election, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasized his commitment to enhancing the country's military preparedness and influence in his third term. Modi's pledge to boost defense production and exports signals a strategic shift towards self-sufficiency in the defense sector, reducing India's reliance on arms imports.
Under Modi's leadership, defense cooperation with the United States has expanded significantly, particularly through the Quad security grouping involving Australia and Japan. This partnership not only bolsters India's defense credibility against powerful rivals but also provides the U.S. with a strong ally in countering China's assertive behavior in the Indo-Pacific region.
