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Why do you consider China to be worse than other supporters of Pakistan, such as NATO or Russia?

I'd buy two/three shtorm carriers. Then equip with with the upcoming HAL or some Eurofighters, that are capable of carrying nuclear warheads and take-off from naval ships. I'd also think about transporter aircraft, helicopters, and equipment for marines/soldiers. I think we also need to think...

There are ethno-cultural ties between all the countries that participate in NATO. I don't think India will ever be able to match the closeness that NATO countries have, except for Sri Lanka, and maybe Nepal and Bhutan. Muslim countries will never agree to a NATO type arrangement.

Other way around. The United States pays for the majority of military in Europe, except for the UK and France; military spending averages 1% of GDP. The US hosts nukes and military bases throughout Europe, and even UK's nukes are de facto owned by the United States. India could replicate that...

If Nepal and Sri Lanka is willing to buy Indian arms, then I think those two countries might actually open up to Indian military, in a similar manner to NATO.

What countries buy Indian arms? I understand that the RAF Hawk is bought by the UK for ceremonial purposes, but what other countries would buy Indian arms? Sri Lanka has a pro-India government. Any defense ties should be carried out now. Similarly, Bhutan and Nepal seem to be drifting away...

Does everyone here agree with 100% FDI? I think it's acceptable as long as India has some strong native companies in the defense arena. As usual, I support investment into a strong navy, including a strong naval airforce with nukes. (reduced role for army and no airforce.) India should...