Trump Administration Increasing Focus On South Asia Through Energy, Trade & Defence Ties: US Official
New York, Sep 25: US President Donald Trump wants more attention paid to South Asia, "a critical" part of the world, according to a US State Department official charged with the region's diplomacy. "We’re very, very excited about where the next years are going to go", said Bethany Morrison, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia. "We see South Asia as such a critical…
US President Donald Trump is prioritizing South Asia, a vital region often overlooked, according to Bethany Morrison, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia. Morrison expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming years for South Asia diplomacy, emphasizing the need for greater attention. South Asia is seen as a critical area with immense potential, and the Trump administration is dedicating more resources to strengthen ties, which includes energy, commercial deals, defense engagements, and multilateral meetings like the Quad.
Morrison highlighted the Trump administration's focus on the region, stating that the US is eager to build stronger relationships with South Asian countries. US Ambassador to India, Sergei Gor, has been given an additional role as the special envoy to South and Central Asia, further emphasizing the importance of these relationships.
Morrison also pointed out the growing US-India ties, particularly in the energy sector, where the US is now the largest exporter of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) to India. Furthermore, South Asia is seeing exciting developments in nuclear cooperation, with India reforming its nuclear regulatory environment after 20 years through the SHANTI Act. This progress opens up new opportunities for civil nuclear cooperation between the US and India.
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