US Official Elbridge Colby Reaffirms India's Indispensable Role in Indo-Pacific Stability
US Under Secretary of War for Policy, Elbridge Colby, emphasized India's crucial and indispensable role in maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, stating the US views India as vital for the region and plans to enhance defense cooperation.
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No one country can ensure balance of power in Asia, India’s role indispensable: US official
The US is shifting its India strategy towards a pragmatic, interest-driven approach, emphasizing strength and collaboration for Indo-Pacific stability. Undersecretary Elbridge Colby highlighted India's crucial role as a "waxing power," suggesting a move away from idealistic notions towards realistic geopolitical partnerships. This focus on shared security outcomes and burden-sharing signals a more transactional engagement.
By SACHIN PARASHAR
Read full article →India ‘indispensable’ for free, open Indo-Pacific, says Colby
The US sees India as vital for a stable Indo-Pacific and plans to enhance defense cooperation, despite differences, to ensure regional balance of power.
Read full article →India "Indispensable" For Peace In Indo-Pacific: Top US Defence Official
Elbridge Colby's two-day visit to New Delhi assumes significance as it comes amid the escalating crisis in West Asia as well as mounting concerns over China's increasing military muscle-flexing in the Indo-Pacific.
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