India, U.S. to share defence facilities
India and the U.S. on Monday signed the Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (LEMOA) that will give the militaries of both countries access to each other’s facilities for supplies and repairs.
Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar and U.S. Defence Secretary Ash Carter said in a joint statement that the pact “will facilitate additional opportunities for practical engagement and exchange.” While it is an enabling agreement, LEMOA does not make logistical support automatic or obligatory for either party, the Minister and the Secretary said. The agreement does not involve allowing military bases either, they said. Each case will require individual clearance. The services or supplies accessed will be on a reimbursable basis.
“That’s a very substantial enabler of our two countries to work together….on a case by case basis. But when they do agree, this is an agreement that makes it all go so much more smoothly and efficiently… It’s not a basing agreement of any kind,” said Mr. Carter.
— source thehindu.com
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