The Trump administration has notified the Congress of its determination to sell Harpoon air-launched anti-ship missiles and Mark 54 lightweight torpedoes worth $155 million to India to enhance its deterrent capabilities against “regional threats” and to bolster its homeland defence. The US recognised India as a “Major Defence Partner” in 2016. This designation allows India to buy more advanced and sensitive technologies from America at par with that of the US’ closest allies and partners. While the Harpoon missiles will be manufactured by Boeing, the torpedoes would be supplied by Raytheon.