Jorgan K. Andrews, Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, inaugurated the U.S. Partnership Pavilion at Aero India 2025 on February 10. The event highlighted the United States' commitment to enhancing defense and security cooperation with India.
During the opening ceremony, Andrews remarked, “President Trump and Prime Minister Modi have talked about the need to deepen defense trade between our nations. I am happy to report that, from small start-ups to the robust defense public sector undertakings to the expanding private defense sector, bilateral defense trade is deepening.” He further stated, “The U.S. defense industry has demonstrated its commitment to partnering with India to provide high-quality, technologically advanced defense equipment and systems that are considered the most operationally reliable in the world.”
The United States stands as one of the largest international exhibitors at Aero India 2025. American aerospace and defense firms are showcasing a range of next-generation aircraft, advanced avionics, unmanned systems, space technologies, and innovative defense capabilities. Throughout Aero India 2025, U.S. government and industry representatives will emphasize technology sharing, joint ventures, and industrial partnerships supporting the U.S.-India Major Defense Partnership.
Andrews led a high-level delegation from the United States which included Consul General Chris Hodges from the U.S. Consulate General Chennai; Brigadier General Patrick Teague from the U.S. Embassy New Delhi; and Major General Ricky Mills from International Affairs of the Air Force. Peter McKenna represented Kallman Worldwide in organizing this pavilion alongside the U.S. Departments of Commerce and Defense.
The event also featured Technical Sergeant Benjamin Huseby from the U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific’s ensemble Final Approach performing both national anthems during the pavilion's opening.