WASHINGTON: India and the United States expanded their strategic engagement with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri holding a key meeting with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and separate talks with senior US officials, including the FBI Director Kash Patel, covering defence, counter-terrorism and regional security.
During his ongoing visit, Misri “called on Secretary of State Marco Rubio today, ” the Indian Embassy said, adding, “We look forward to deepening our engagement in these important sectors and much more to strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.”
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor described the interaction as a “productive meeting” that focused on “our bilateral relationship, especially trade, critical minerals, defense and the Quad.”
“Secretary Rubio looks forward to visiting India next month!” Gor said, signalling a likely high-level visit.
In a significant security-focused engagement, Misri also met FBI Director Kash Patel.