http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748703905604575514982984397258.html
This WSJ article strategizes on Obama’s upcoming visit to India in November. While Obama has set the bar high for the relationship the article outlines the political and economical hurdles that must be overcome. The issues with Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, and India’s nuclear program are obvious but the article also highlighted the economic issue of outsourcing. The role that it has played in the US economy is echoed in India. With Obama’s push to limit outsourcing and to build American jobs, the India economy (which has grown to cater to this market) is troubled. It is predicted that the US will abolish what they call the “entity list” which will allow American companies to transfer dual-use technologies to India. Obama may also support India’s bid to become a permanent member on the UN Security Council.
This article brought a lot of detail to what little I know of the US/Indian “friendly” relationship. With so much going on this November meeting is sure to have an impact on future of economic agreement for the two countries. The political strategies of the two nations will also have to play into the negotiations because of India's dangerous neighborhood, where being too friendly with the US can cause problems. With Obama’s push to limit outsourcing it seems that by backing India’s effort with the UN Security Council he may be able to be received more positively.
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