29 October 2012

News Story: US supports modernisation of Indian Army, Navy

INS Teg recently joined the Indian Navy

WASHINGTON (PTI): The US has come out in strong support of modernisation efforts of Indian Army and Navy, calling it a "good investment" as India contributes to peacekeeping across the world and stability of Asia-Pacific.

"We would certainly have an interest in security and stability across the Asia-Pacific region," US Deputy Secretary of State William Burns said.

His remarks came in response to a question after he delivered a speech on 'The United States and India: A Vital Relationship in a Changing World' at the Center for American Progress.

Burns' statement in support of Indian military modernisation assume significance as they have come at a time when the United States has expressed its concerns about the modernisation of the Chinese military and Navy and sought more transparency on the part of Beijing in this regard.

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