Special Keynote Address by Ambassador Richard R. Verma, Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources
Ambassador Verma highlighted the pivotal U.S.-India defense partnership, deeming it the most consequential bilateral relationship. Over 24 years, he observed a shift where private sector influence surpasses governmental efforts in defense. Stressing on combined efforts, he noted governments' vital role in fostering ecosystems for private partnerships. Emphasising three INDUS-X priorities, he called for accelerating defense innovation, connecting researchers to markets, and removing regulatory barriers. Verma underscored the need for innovation in UAVs, Space, and Underwater, urging Indus-X to seize the moment for a Free, Open, and Prosperous Indo-Pacific.
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