Biden has made an important decision for India...?
US President Joe Biden has given a very big gift to India before ending his term. On monday (December 2, 2024), he approved the sale of supplies related to MH-60R multi-mission helicopter equipment worth $1.17 billion. The deal will help india enhance the capabilities of the submarine, which is considered a major step towards maintaining strategic stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
DACA said that this proposed sale will strengthen the US-India strategic relationship. It will prove helpful in improving the security of a major defense partner. It will support America's foreign policy and national security objectives, which will lead to an important force for political stability, peace and economic progress in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia regions.
Indian Navy's new strength MH-60R helicopter
The MH-60R helicopter is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, making it highly effective for anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare (ASuW). The helicopter is equipped with advanced wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital sensors such as multi-mode radar, dipping sonar and electro-optical/infrared camera. It has advanced weapon systems like air-to-ground missiles and rockets.
Datalink and aircraft survivability system
This system enables the helicopter to operate even in difficult conditions. The helicopters have been specially customized for the indian Navy, involving the collaboration of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL).
India-US Defense Relations
The purchase of MH-60R helicopters will enhance the capabilities of the indian Navy, which will help maintain security and stability in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia. The US has described this deal as important for its foreign policy and national security objectives. This deal for the indian Navy will strengthen India's maritime power. This deal between the US and india reflects the growing strategic relationship between the two countries. The purchase of MH-60R helicopters for the indian Navy will strengthen the defense partnership of the two countries.
There are 330 MH-60r in operation around the world. Including the indian Navy, these helicopters are in operation with the US Navy, Royal Danish Navy, Royal Australian Navy and Royal Saudi Naval Forces. These helicopters are also designed for search, rescue, medical evacuation, command, control and vertical replenishment missions.
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