Rising tensions between President Donald Trump and NATO over defense spending could open new opportunities for India in the global defense market. During high-level White House talks, Trump questioned UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Europe’s ability to defend itself against Russia without U.S. support. The dispute is expected to push European nations to boost defense budgets, with Starmer already announcing increased UK military spending. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU defense commissioner Andrius Kubilius have emphasized India’s potential role in European defense supply chains. India aims to expand its defense exports and further integrate into global military production networks.
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