The Indian and American governments have been in talks for weeks on a deal for MQ-9B Predator drones. The final details are now close to being finalized and it looks like the two countries will soon have a $3 billion deal for the state-of-the-art unmanned aerial vehicles. Here is an overview of the deal, how it will help both countries and why this is a major milestone in Indo-US relations.

The deal will see the United States provide India with 24 MQ-9B Predator drones, specifically tailored to Indian needs. These drones are considered to be one of the most advanced UAVs available, with a high degree of sophistication and capability. The Indian military will use them for surveillance, reconnaissance, and usage in other areas.

The deal is beneficial for both countries. For India, it marks a step forward in its strategy to bolster its defenses, increase the range of its operations, and modernize its military capabilities. For the US, it will further increase economic, military and diplomatic ties between the two countries, strengthening the strategic alignment between India and the US.

The deal will provide a boost to India’s military capabilities and India’s economy by ensuring that America provides jobs for Americans in the making and maintenance of the drones. It will also provide crucial strategic and tactical advantages to the Indian military. The $3 billion package marks a major milestone in the long-term Indo-US relations.

It is expected that the two countries will continue partnering on future projects, including joint-developments and pooled military environment operations.This new partnership also presents a unique opportunity for India to become a leader in the field of unmanned aerial vehicle operations, eventually making the country self-sufficient in the defence sector.

The India-US MQ-9B Predator deal is certainly a major step forward in bilateral relations, and the results of this partnership could have an enduring effect on both countries for years to come.