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US and India Strengthen Defence and Civil Nuclear Ties
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 28 Jul 2026, 09:37 AM
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The United States and India have announced plans to deepen cooperation in defence and civil nuclear sectors, with a focus on trusted AI and emerging technologies, according to U.S. Assistant Secretary of State S. Paul Kapur.
The United States and India have formally announced an expansion of their defence and civil nuclear cooperation, signalling a new phase in the strategic partnership between the two nations.
The announcement, made by U.S. Assistant Secretary of State S. Paul Kapur, highlighted a commitment to deepen collaboration across a range of defence technologies and civil nuclear programmes. Both sides expressed intent to share expertise, facilitate joint research and development, and streamline regulatory frameworks.
A key element of the cooperation will be the adoption of trusted artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. The parties aim to integrate these tools to enhance security, efficiency and economic growth in both countries.
This move follows years of growing defence ties and is part of a broader effort to strengthen Indo‑US relations in the face of evolving global security challenges.
The announcement, made by U.S. Assistant Secretary of State S. Paul Kapur, highlighted a commitment to deepen collaboration across a range of defence technologies and civil nuclear programmes. Both sides expressed intent to share expertise, facilitate joint research and development, and streamline regulatory frameworks.
A key element of the cooperation will be the adoption of trusted artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. The parties aim to integrate these tools to enhance security, efficiency and economic growth in both countries.
This move follows years of growing defence ties and is part of a broader effort to strengthen Indo‑US relations in the face of evolving global security challenges.