U.S. Sells Arms To South Asian Rivals -- Wall Street Journal
Washington Increases Weapons Transfers to India and Pakistan to Maintain Neutrality, Aid Industry.
The Obama administration is sharply expanding American weapons transfers to both India and Pakistan, longtime rivals about to sit down for peace talks Thursday.
The U.S. has sought to remain neutral in the thorny relationship between the nuclear-armed neighbors. But Washington hasn't been shy about pursuing weapons deals in the region, which officials say will lead to closer ties with each country while creating new opportunities for American defense firms.
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My Comment: For the US India is the 800 lb gorilla in the room, especially since they pay for their purchases with their own money. Pakistan's importance is in direct relation with how it assists the US in Afghanistan and targeting Taliban/Al Qaeda leaders .... a precarious and unreliable relationship even at the best of times.
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