In September 2018, the U.S. signed a security agreement with India unlocked the sales of billions of dollars of high-tech American weapons. India will purchase fighter jets, transport planes, drones and missile defense systems from American military manufacturers including Lockheed Martin. The U.S. government is seeking India as an ally to counter the rise of China and Russia’s military strength in the Indo-Pacific region. Proponents argue that the agreement is necessary to counter China and Russia’s influence and the agreement will generate billions of dollars in revenue for U.S. military defense contractors. Opponents argue that the agreement will encourage China and Russia to beef up their militaries and trigger a global arms race.
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Yes, but we should focus on increasing diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts peacefully
Yes, but only after trying a peaceful resolution
Should not sell weapons to any nation
No, this will start a global arms race and we should increase diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts peacefully.
No, and we should have no association with countries outside the Americas
Countering Chinese influence is important, this should be managed responsibly.
Only if the Indian government agrees to give better living conditions to it's own population and maintain this agreement for years to come.
No, we should just help them instead of giving them weapons causing something more hectic.
Yes, It should be used as a deterrent.
Yes, but only to the extent needed.
No, India is Pro Russia country so USA should sell weapons to S.Korea and Taiwan.
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No, India is pro Russia country, so US should sell weapons to S.Korea and Taiwan.
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No. But sell weapons to South Korea and Taiwan.
Sell arms to India but ensure that no IP is sold to China. India and Russian collaboration is useful to US in the long run
Depends on the geopolitical situation
Yes, we should sell military weapons to all U.S. allies.
We should sell, only if proper due diligence is done, which proves that selling the ARMs will help India to fight or control CHina's aggression and not create any ARM's race.
russia and china are not bad
Yes, but only if they adhere to democratic principles.
Yes, because India is one among the only democratic (the largest democracy in existence) which is a natural ally of the U.S and shares similar values and virtues. Nations having a similar thought process should always move together. It would a diplomatic and political defeat otherwise.
Yes, if India wants military weapons from the US.
Yes, but only to Protect Against Terrorism Not to Counter Russian Influence.
No, because India has a very bad human rights record as of late
Yes, but we should first try to solve conflicts peacefully
We should not be arming illiberal states
Yes, but prioritize diplomatic efforts
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Yes, but keeping in mind that India could also be a future threat and empowering it beyond the limit would hurt us.
No, we should increase diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts peacefully and realistically we should not sell military weapons to any foreign country but if both China and Russia continue influence India then as a last resort we sell military weapons to defend themselves and also it will help boost the economy a little.
Yes, it would boost the economy, and also fund Taiwan to defend itself against Chinese aggression, and Ukraine to recapture Crimea and certain parts of the Donbas region, both occupied by Russia
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Yes, but we should also increase diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts peacefully first.
Given that chinas such a threat now yes
Yes, but only if China bullies and harasses India
Yes, India is our ally in the region
No, The United States should not be selling any weapon(s).
Yes, but we should increase diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflicts so we don't start a war.
India is an ally and one that is to be trusted. Russia and China have proven to be aggressive in this such portion of the world.
We should not involve ourselves with conflicts outside our borders, unless those conflicts threaten our national security.
No, and we should NEVER be selling weapons.
Either sell weapons to anyone that wants them or no one
No, we should increase diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts. While training India people to defend for themselves. Then sell them military weapons to defend themselves.
Yes, but diplomacy should be use first
I believe we must aid our allies, and support those who are poorer, but not provide military weapons
Yes, but we should seek a diplomatic solution first.
Yes, but only to protect against terrorism.
Yes, but manage their use and push India towards a more free society.
No, unless it's absolutely necessary.
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