Government are in the process of considering a Logistics Support Agreement with the USA as a facilitating framework for mutual logistical support when deploying defence resources in disaster relief operations or joint exercises and without commitment for assistance in situations of armed conflict.
The Agreement will not affect the independence of India's foreign policy. The logistical support that will be provided in disaster relief operations abroad will enhance India's ability to assist affected countries efficiently.
This was stated by the Minister of External Affairs, Shri Pranab Mukherjee in written reply to a question in Lok Sabha.