"US-India Relations: From Mistrust to Strategic Partnership"
The relationship between the United States and India has undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades. From being a lukewarm engagement during the Cold War to being strategic partners in the 21st century, the bond between the two countries has grown tremendously. Historically, India was hesitant to ally with the United States due to its pro-Pakistan policy during the Cold War. However, the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991 marked the beginning of a new era for the two nations. The economic liberalization of India in the 1990s, coupled with the United States' desire for a strategic partner in South Asia, led to a thaw in relations between the two countries. The relationship between India and the United States began to blossom in the 2000s. The signing of the Civil Nuclear Agreement in 2008 was a significant milestone in the relationship between the two countries. The agreement allowed India access to civilian nuclear technology and fuel while accepting Interna...