A significant shift in regional military power has occurred as the United States approves substantial arms deals for India. The acquisitions, totaling approximately $93 million, include advanced Javelin anti-tank missile systems and Excalibur precision-guided artillery rounds. This move is poised to dramatically enhance India’s defense capabilities, causing considerable concern for its neighbors, Pakistan and China. The Javelin system, a ‘fire-and-forget’ weapon renowned for its effectiveness in neutralizing armored targets, will provide Indian soldiers with a formidable capability to engage enemy tanks from a significant distance. Complementing this is the Excalibur artillery round, a GPS-guided munition capable of delivering pinpoint accuracy over long ranges, transforming Indian artillery into a precision-strike asset. These sophisticated weapons systems are designed to counter both current and emerging threats, reinforcing the strategic partnership between the US and India. The implications for the South Asian power dynamic are profound, signaling a new era of enhanced deterrence for India.
