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During the last 10 years, the United States and India have forged closer defense ties based on the recognition that they share fundamental security interests in Asia and beyond. While the two countries have increasingly undertaken joint exercises and improved military-to-military relations, bilateral defense trade has yet to fulfill its potential. The sale of defense‑related goods by U.S. companies to India and collaboration on defense technology between U.S. and Indian firms remain areas of significant opportunity for the U.S. government and the U.S. defense industry. President Barack Obama’s visit to India in November of this year should serve as a catalyst for further progress on defense trade between the two countries.