The #AskAbhijit Show #AskAbhijit 303: Mamdani, G2, Sukhoi Superjet, HAL, Grokipedia, QUAD, Starlink, ISRO, Nukes, Thorium
Nov 16, 2025
Dive into a fascinating exploration of global geopolitics, from the implications of the India-US defense pact to the latest in nuclear testing claims by Pakistan. Discover India's military readiness and the decline of the Quad amid rising tensions. Examine the strategic depths of Venezuela in relation to the Monroe Doctrine and the growing significance of India-Russia collaborations in aviation. The discussion also touches on the potential repercussions of artificial superintelligence and the evolving dynamics of China-Taiwan relations.
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What The US–India Defence Extension Really Means
- The US–India 10-year defence extension mainly sets a baseline to prevent relations falling further and preserves existing cooperation.
- It is not a gimmick but offers limited new tangible benefits, and the US cannot force India to buy F-35s.
Be Ready To Validate Nuclear Deterrence
- If the US resumes nuclear testing, India should be prepared to validate its own weapons designs promptly.
- Testing preserves credible deterrence and prevents strategic disadvantage from long testing gaps.
The Quad Is On Ice — Why It Faded
- The Quad is effectively in cold storage because US strategic choices and deteriorating India–US ties reduced its utility.
- The US treats India as a convenient counter to China, not an equal partner, so new alignments are emerging.
