US, India aim to up readiness for swift response to humanitarian crises, regional contingencies – CNBC TV18
US Pacific Air Forces Commander General Kevin Schneider visited India to deepen US India defense ties, focusing on logistics, interoperability, and Indo Pacific security collaboration.The Commander of US Pacific Air Forces, General Kevin Schneider, visited India from 19th to 25th April. The US Embassy in India described his visit as an emphasis on the United States' commitment to deepen its strategic defense partnership with India to advance a "shared vision for a secure and stable Indo-Pacific."
During the visit, General Schneider engaged with senior Indian defense leadership, including counterparts from the Indian Air Force, to reinforce longstanding military ties and explore opportunities to expand operational collaboration. The US Embassy described the visit as reflective of the growing scope, complexity, and interoperability of US-India defense cooperation across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains.
The US Embassy noted that a key focus of General Schneider's visit was advancing logistics cooperation between the two countries, adding that "strengthened logistics frameworks and agreements enable more seamless coordination, improving readiness and supporting rapid, coordinated responses to humanitarian crises and regional contingencies." It highlighted that growing cooperation between the two countries will enhance their capacity to deliver timely assistance and maintain operational presence across the Indo-Pacific.
General Schneider also visited operational and training facilities, which the US Embassy highlighted as part of "increasing integration and trust between US and Indian forces," adding that these "engagements reflect a shared commitment to modernizing capabilities and ensuring preparedness to address emerging security challenges."
A release by the US Embassy read: "The United States and India continue to build a robust defense partnership rooted in shared democratic values and mutual interests in maintaining regional stability. Recent years have seen an expansion in joint exercises, training engagements, and high-level exchanges, enhancing both nations' ability to operate together effectively in diverse scenarios." It added: "The United States values India as a vital partner in promoting peace, security, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific. This visit reaffirms the enduring strength of the US-India Major Defense Partnership and signals continued momentum in expanding defense collaboration to meet evolving regional and global challenges."
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