Amid tariff tensions, US & India kick off largest-ever Army exercise in Alaska

Despite tariff tensions, India and the US commenced the ‘Yudh Abhyas’ Army exercise in Alaska. Planning is underway for the Malabar naval exercise with Quad nations off Guam. Defence cooperation remains strong, with ongoing deliveries of GE engines and a future deal for MQ-9B drones, highlighting the enduring strategic partnership. Despite tariff tensions, India and the US commenced the ‘Yudh Abhyas’ Army exercise in Alaska. Planning is underway for the Malabar naval exercise with Quad nations off Guam. Defence cooperation remains strong, with ongoing deliveries of GE engines and a future deal for MQ-9B drones, highlighting the enduring strategic partnership.