India seeks to finalize P-81 aircraft deal ahead of Modi-Trump meeting

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India is renewing its effort to acquire six P-81 maritime patrol aircraft ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. The deal, previously on hold for three years, aims to enhance India's naval capabilities. The Indian Navy currently operates 12 P-81 aircraft and seeks to expand its surveillance in the Indian Ocean. The U.S. has been asked to provide a reasonable price for the aircraft, which are crucial for anti-submarine operations. Modi's two-day visit to the U.S. on February 12-13, 2025, will focus on trade, defense, and energy issues. This meeting marks the first between Modi and Trump since Trump took office.


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