India is 'powerful' and 'modernising' its military, says U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth praised India's military modernization and industrial capacity at the 2026 Shangri-La Dialogue. He emphasized the importance of India's role in maintaining a balance of power in the Indian Ocean.
Why it matters
The statement underscores the strengthening strategic and defense partnership between the U.S. and India, particularly regarding Indo-Pacific security.
India is 'powerful' and 'modernising' its military, says U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth - The Hindu
The article reports on official diplomatic statements and defense policy without taking a partisan stance.
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