US Defence Policy to Deter China in Indo-Pacific Matters, India Overlooked
US defence policy in the Indo-Pacific focuses on deterring China, but India appears largely overlooked in strategic planning.
US Defence Policy shaping Indo-Pacific security amid China’s rise.
America just released its National Defence Strategy for 2026 on Saturday. The 24-page document outlines how the US plans to handle China's rise. Surprisingly, India doesn't get a single mention anywhere in the entire strategy. This silence speaks volumes given the current tensions between Washington and New Delhi.
The Trump administration wants to counter China "through strength, not confrontation" reportedly. But skipping India while discussing Indo-Pacific security seems like a deliberate snub. Previous US strategies highlighted a partnership with India to balance China's growing power. T...