In view of China flexing its muscles to fulfill their territorial ambition, it is an opportune time for India to join hands with the USA to circumvent Chinese mission,  For whatever reasons, the Indian government is not openly admitting that something is in the works to allow stationing of American forces on the shores of an Indian territory, but the fact that one of the American Air Force high officials has made a statement on this subject indicates that something is brewing,  Whatever the reason may be behind this maneuvering, this writer holds a firm opinion that cooperation between Indian and American forces will serve the interest of both countries to maintain peace in the region.  Also, having American forces in India will thwart Chinese/Pakistani nexus to initiate any foolish aggressive move towards India.