The US and India are exploring a new Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) that would grant US warships access to repair services at Indian ports. This is part of a broader effort to make India a major hub for US Navy maintenance and repair in the Indo-Pacific region. Last year, the US Navy signed MSRA deals with Larsen and Toubro Ltd and Cochin Shipyard Ltd, providing the US Navy access to key Indian ports. Talks are also underway for a similar agreement with Goa Shipyard Ltd. Under these agreements, Indian shipbuilders will gain commercial benefits from undertaking repairs, and the presence of US Navy ships in Indian shipyards will strengthen the defense relationship between the two countries. This agreement reflects the growing defense partnership between New Delhi and Washington, which includes joint military exercises, foundational defense agreements, and plans for defense industry collaboration.