Wrapping up a key US sojourn, India’s EAM S. Jaishankar announced that the much-anticipated India-US trade pact is on the verge of finalization. His February 2-4 visit to Washington proved instrumental in advancing this and other pillars of cooperation.
Deeming the trip ‘productive and positive,’ Jaishankar thanked Secretary Marco Rubio via X posts with meeting visuals. He stressed the trade agreement’s nearing completion, heralding a fresh chapter laden with bilateral prospects.
Relations are surging ahead, particularly in critical minerals, with robust progress noted. Strategic dialogues on defense, energy, and beyond are lined up soon.
Jaishankar engaged with top brass like Rubio and Scott Bessent, dissecting the contours of India-US strategic-economic synergy in comprehensive terms.
Talks with Rubio spanned trade, energy, nuclear, defense, minerals, and tech domains. Consensus emerged on rapid implementation of action items and convening follow-on meetings for common goals.
US reports detailed focus on formalizing critical minerals partnerships in exploration, extraction, and refinement – a vital element in evolving economic-strategic bonds.
Held a day post Trump-Modi trade reveal, the meetings target easing impediments and amplifying market entry for these democratic powerhouses.
This diplomatic thrust exemplifies sustained vigor, fostering enduring collaboration amid international flux.