India Rejects US F-35 Fighter Jet Offer

Modi’s Visit to the US- During PM Modi’s February visit to the White House, the US pitched the sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets

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India Says No to F-35 Deal- India rejected the offer, citing a preference for joint design and indigenous production over costly imports

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Too Expensive to Buy Off-the-Shelf- The F-35 jets come with a high price tag and logistical dependencies. India is avoiding such long-term foreign commitments

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Focus on Indigenous Defense- India's focus is now on domestic manufacturing, under initiatives like ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India

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India Wants Tech Partnerships- Rather than purchases, India seeks technology-sharing and joint development, especially with trusted partners like France and Russia

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Tension Over Trump’s 25% Tariff Threat- The backdrop to this decision includes Donald Trump’s 25% tariff threat, adding tension to Indo-US trade ties

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What This Means for India- India is charting a more independent, long-term defense roadmap, balancing global ties with national priorities

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