A bill introduced by Senator Marco Rubio on July 27, 2024, aims to :
Halt security assistance to Pakistan due to alleged threats towards India
Strengthen US-India partnership to counter China’s influence
Require a report on Pakistan’s use of offensive force, including through terrorism and proxy groups, against India
Bar Pakistan from receiving assistance if found to have sponsored terrorism against India
Key aspects of the bill:
US-India Defence Cooperation Act: aims to provide support to India in response to growing threats to its territorial integrity and provide necessary security assistance
Technology transfers: proposes to treat India with the same status as US allies like Japan, Israel, South Korea, and NATO members regarding technology transfers
Limited exemption from CAATSA sanctions: would allow India to purchase equipment from Russia currently used by the Indian military without facing US sanctions
Expedite excess defense articles: seeks to expedite excess defense articles to India for two years and grant India the same status as other allies
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