Washington: In America, President Joe Biden has taken an important decision regarding India. The Biden administration told Congress (US Parliament) on Monday that it has decided to approve the sale of 'MH-60R Multi-Mission Helicopter Equipment' and related equipment, which has an estimated cost of US $ 1.17 billion. This decision taken by America is considered very important for India.
What will be the benefit to India?
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency told Congress in a notification that the proposed plan to sell the equipment would improve India's ability to deter current and future threats by upgrading its anti-submarine warfare capabilities. According to the notification, India proposes to procure 30 'Multifunctional Information Distribution System-Joint Tactical Radio Systems' (MIDS-JTRS). The contract in this sale will mainly be with 'Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems'.
India will get American help
Under the deal, India will also get 30 Multifunction Information Distribution System Joint Tactical Radio Systems. It will have advanced data transfer system, external fuel tank, forward looking infrared system, operator machine interface, additional containers etc., along with assistance from the US in design, manufacturing and testing.
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A matter of relief for India
Significantly, the Biden administration has approved the sale of major defense equipment to India, just weeks before the completion of its four-year term. This decision has brought relief to India because if the Biden administration did not approve the deal, it could have taken more time to approve it after the formation of the new government. After winning the presidential election held on November 5, Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of America on January 20, 2025. , (Language)
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