US Boosts India's Tech & Defense: Export Licenses for TSMC and Boeing
US grants export licenses to TSMC and Boeing for India, boosting tech and defense ties.
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The United States has granted export licenses to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) and Boeing for India, signaling a significant boost in technology and defense cooperation between the two nations. The license for TSMC, a leading semiconductor manufacturer, is crucial for India's burgeoning semiconductor ecosystem, potentially facilitating technology transfer and manufacturing capabilities.
The Boeing license, likely related to defense equipment or aerospace technology, further strengthens India's defense modernization efforts and strategic partnership with the US. This move underscores the US's commitment to supporting India's strategic autonomy and its role as a key partner in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in critical and emerging technologies.
मुख्य तथ्य
US granted export licenses to TSMC and Boeing for India
TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company) is a leading chipmaker
Boeing is a major aerospace and defense company
Move aims to boost India's semiconductor ecosystem and defense modernization
UPSC परीक्षा के दृष्टिकोण
India-US Bilateral Relations: Strategic partnership, defense cooperation, technology transfer.
International Relations: Indo-Pacific strategy, Quad, critical and emerging technologies (CET), supply chain resilience.
Economy & Technology: Semiconductor ecosystem, 'Make in India', 'Atmanirbhar Bharat', PLI schemes, FDI in defense.
Security & Defense: Defense modernization, indigenization, major defense partner status, geopolitical implications.
दृश्य सामग्री
US-India-Taiwan: Strategic Tech & Defense Nexus in Indo-Pacific
This map illustrates the geographical context of the US export licenses to TSMC (Taiwan) and Boeing for India, highlighting the key nations involved and the broader Indo-Pacific region where this strategic cooperation plays out. It underscores the interconnectedness of technology supply chains and defense partnerships in a critical geopolitical theatre.
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Evolution of US-India Tech & Defense Cooperation (2015-2026)
This timeline traces key milestones in the US-India strategic partnership, particularly focusing on defense and technology cooperation, leading up to the current export licenses. It highlights the deepening engagement and trust between the two nations.
The India-US strategic partnership has evolved significantly from the Cold War era, driven by converging interests in the Indo-Pacific, counter-terrorism, and critical technologies. This timeline showcases a steady progression towards deeper defense and technological collaboration, reflecting mutual trust and shared strategic objectives.
- 2015Defense Technology and Trade Initiative (DTTI) gains momentum, focusing on co-production and co-development.
- 2016US designates India as a 'Major Defense Partner', facilitating access to advanced defense technology.
- 2018Signing of Communications Compatibility and Security Agreement (COMCASA), enhancing interoperability.
- 2020India-US relationship elevated to a 'Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership'.
- 2023Launch of Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) to deepen cooperation in semiconductors, AI, quantum, etc. Micron announces major semiconductor assembly and test facility investment in India.
- 2024Finalization of GE-HAL jet engine manufacturing deal, a landmark defense technology transfer.
- 2025Expansion of India-US Defense Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) to foster innovation in defense startups.
- 2026US grants export licenses to TSMC and Boeing for India, boosting tech & defense capabilities (Current News).
और जानकारी
पृष्ठभूमि
The US-India strategic partnership has deepened significantly over the past two decades, moving from a relationship marked by Cold War estrangement to one of comprehensive global strategic partnership. This evolution has been driven by converging interests in the Indo-Pacific, counter-terrorism, and a shared commitment to democratic values.
Key milestones include the civilian nuclear deal, designation of India as a 'Major Defense Partner', and increasing cooperation in critical and emerging technologies. India's 'Act East' policy and its focus on 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (self-reliant India) in defense and technology sectors further align with US objectives of diversifying supply chains and strengthening regional partners.
नवीनतम घटनाक्रम
The recent granting of export licenses to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) and Boeing for India marks a significant step in this partnership. The TSMC license is crucial for India's ambition to become a semiconductor manufacturing hub, supporting the 'India Semiconductor Mission' and reducing reliance on vulnerable global supply chains.
The Boeing license, likely for advanced defense or aerospace technology, reinforces India's defense modernization efforts and its goal of indigenization, leveraging the 'Major Defense Partner' status to access cutting-edge US technology. This move is seen as a tangible commitment by the US to support India's strategic autonomy and its pivotal role in the Indo-Pacific.
बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न (MCQ)
1. Consider the following statements regarding the recent US export licenses for India: 1. The license for TSMC is primarily aimed at boosting India's indigenous defense manufacturing capabilities. 2. The Boeing license is expected to facilitate advanced aerospace technology transfer, strengthening India's defense modernization. 3. India's Semiconductor Mission seeks to establish a complete semiconductor ecosystem, including design, fabrication, and packaging, with global partnerships. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: B
Statement 1 is incorrect. The TSMC license is for semiconductors, which are critical for various industries including defense, but its primary aim is to boost India's semiconductor ecosystem, not primarily defense manufacturing. The Boeing license (Statement 2) is indeed for defense/aerospace technology transfer. Statement 3 accurately describes the comprehensive goal of India's Semiconductor Mission. Therefore, 2 and 3 are correct.
2. In the context of India's strategic autonomy and its engagement in the Indo-Pacific, the recent US export licenses for critical technologies and defense equipment are significant because they: 1. Directly lead to India's complete self-reliance in semiconductor fabrication without foreign collaboration. 2. Enhance India's capacity to diversify its supply chains and reduce dependence on a single source for critical components. 3. Underscore the US's recognition of India as a key partner in critical and emerging technologies, aligning with Quad objectives. 4. Mandate India to join a formal military alliance with the US in the Indo-Pacific region. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: B
Statement 1 is incorrect; complete self-reliance without any foreign collaboration is an unrealistic and often undesirable goal in complex global supply chains. The licenses facilitate collaboration, not isolation. Statement 4 is incorrect; India maintains strategic autonomy and does not join formal military alliances, and these licenses do not mandate such a move. Statements 2 and 3 are correct. The licenses help India diversify supply chains and reinforce its role as a strategic partner in critical technologies, which aligns with the broader goals of the Quad and Indo-Pacific strategy.
3. Match List-I with List-II: List-I (Initiative/Entity) (A) India Semiconductor Mission (B) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme (C) CHIPS and Science Act (D) Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) List-II (Associated Concept/Country) 1. Global leader in contract chip manufacturing 2. US legislation to boost domestic semiconductor production 3. Government scheme to attract investment in manufacturing 4. India's strategic program for semiconductor ecosystem development Select the correct answer using the code given below:
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: A
India Semiconductor Mission (A) is India's strategic program for semiconductor ecosystem development (4). Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme (B) is a government scheme to attract investment in various manufacturing sectors, including electronics and semiconductors (3). The CHIPS and Science Act (C) is US legislation aimed at boosting domestic semiconductor research and manufacturing (2). Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) (D) is the world's largest dedicated independent semiconductor foundry (1).
4. Assertion (A): The US granting export licenses to Boeing for India signifies a deepening of defense cooperation and technology transfer, aligning with India's 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives. Reason (R): India has been designated as a 'Major Defense Partner' by the US, which facilitates advanced defense technology sharing and co-production opportunities. In the context of the above two statements, which one of the following is correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: A
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true. The Boeing license indeed deepens defense cooperation and supports India's indigenization goals. The designation of India as a 'Major Defense Partner' by the US is precisely the mechanism that facilitates such advanced technology sharing and co-production, making R the correct explanation for A.
5. Which of the following statements is NOT correct regarding the broader implications of the US boosting India's tech and defense capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: B
Statement B is NOT correct. The US's stated policy and the nature of these licenses are aimed at supporting India's strategic autonomy by diversifying its options and enhancing its capabilities, rather than reducing it or making it more dependent. The goal is to make India a stronger, more capable partner. Statements A, C, and D correctly reflect the broader implications and objectives of such cooperation in the Indo-Pacific context.