"We're About As Close As You Can Be": Marco Rubio On India-US Trade Deal
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar hosted Rubio for wide-ranging talks shortly after the top diplomat arrived in Mumbai for his second visit to India in under five months, even as bilateral ties remain strained over Washington's unpredictable trade policies and tightening immigration rules.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the necessity of preserving a free and secure Indo-Pacific region, asserting that open sea lanes and unrestricted trade are vital for global economic advancement. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar echoed this sentiment, underscoring the potential for deepening India-US collaboration in trade, investments, technology, and energy.
Both leaders spoke at a reception in Mumbai to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence, emphasizing the significance of strengthening bilateral ties amidst an evolving global landscape.
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