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U.S. Congress Notified of $131 Million Maritime Domain Awareness Sale to India

The proposed sale, part of the Quad's Indo-Pacific initiative, includes advanced SeaVision software, training, and support to bolster India's maritime security.

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Overview

  • The U.S. State Department approved a potential $131 million Foreign Military Sale to India for Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) software and related support.
  • The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) formally notified Congress of the proposed sale on April 30, 2025, as part of standard procedural requirements.
  • India's request includes SeaVision software, technical training, remote analytical support, and access to related documentation to enhance maritime surveillance capabilities.
  • The sale aligns with U.S. foreign policy objectives, strengthening the U.S.-India strategic partnership and improving India's ability to address regional maritime threats.
  • Hawkeye 360, based in Herndon, Virginia, will serve as the principal contractor for the deal, which will not alter the regional military balance.