New Delhi, Feb 9 (NationPress) Charge d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, Jorgan Andrews, emphasized on Sunday that the defence collaboration between India and the U.S. is vital to their strategic partnership.

The U.S. is set to participate in Aero India 2025 in Bengaluru, commencing on February 10. The U.S. delegation, led by Charge d’Affaires Jorgan Andrews, includes General Kevin Schneider, Commander of U.S. Pacific Air Forces, Brigadier General Patrick Teague, U.S. Mission India’s Senior Defense Official, and Consul General Chris Hodges from the U.S. Consulate General in Chennai.

“The U.S. is thrilled to participate in Aero India once again and highlight our robust defence relationship with India. Our collaboration in defence, trade, and training is crucial to our expanding strategic partnership,” stated Chargé d’Affaires Andrews.

A formal statement from the U.S. mentioned that this will mark the 15th time the U.S. proudly takes part in Aero India 2025, recognized as Asia’s leading aerospace and defence trade show.

“At this event, the U.S. will showcase a variety of advanced aircraft, further solidifying the robust and evolving defence and aerospace collaboration between our nations. Both are committed to fostering regional security, stability, and economic prosperity through diversified trade and strategic investment,” the statement elaborated.

During Aero India 2025, over two dozen American exhibitors are expected to collaborate with Indian counterparts to explore new business avenues and demonstrate innovative solutions in aviation and defence.

“These companies will display advancements in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), fighter aircraft, advanced avionics, and defence electronics,” the statement continued.

Since Aero India 2023, U.S. and India have enhanced their defence collaboration through technological innovation, expanded trade, and increased cooperation in maritime security, cybersecurity, logistics, and counter-terrorism operations.

Moreover, General Kevin Schneider, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Air Forces, remarked that Aero India 2025 serves as an excellent platform to showcase U.S. defence aircraft and equipment, contributing to our compatibility and interoperability with other nations.

“The growth in Indian and U.S. bilateral defence trade corresponds with enhanced interoperability through information sharing, liaison officers, training exercises, and defence enabling agreements,” he added.

General Schneider underscored that the significance of the partnership continues to escalate, especially as both nations navigate an increasingly complex and dynamic security landscape in the Indo-Pacific.

The official statement highlighted that attendees can expect a showcase of U.S.-manufactured defence equipment and technology, featuring F-16, F-35, KC-135 Stratotanker, and B-1 bomber.

“The U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific’s ten-member ensemble, Final Approach, stationed at Yokota Air Base in Japan, will perform for the public throughout the week: at Aero India 2025 on February 13 and 14, and at 5:00 p.m. on February 11 at Christ University Auditorium, Campus Road in Bengaluru,” the statement concluded.