December 27th 2024.
On Friday, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar had the pleasure of meeting with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Washington D.C. The two leaders took the time to reflect on the progress of the US-India partnership over the past four years, under the outgoing Biden administration. Jaishankar shared his delight in the strengthening of cooperation between the two nations, and noted the growth of comfort levels between them.
As President Joe Biden prepares to hand over the reins of the Oval Office to Donald Trump on January 20, Jaishankar, a highly respected figure in the top American leadership, likely had his final series of meetings with officials from the outgoing administration. Despite the upcoming changes in the US government, Jaishankar expressed confidence that the relationship between India and the US will continue to serve their mutual interests and contribute to global well-being.
Earlier in the day, Jaishankar also met with outgoing National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan. Their discussions covered a wide range of topics related to the progress of the strategic partnership between India and the US, as well as current regional and global developments.
In addition, Jaishankar chaired a conference of the Consul Generals of India in the US, making him the first External Affairs Minister to do so. He described the day as productive, having met with the team at the Indian Embassy as well as Consul Generals based in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Seattle, Houston, and Atlanta. The focus of their discussions was on opportunities for further deepening the partnership between the two countries, particularly in technology, trade, and investments. Jaishankar also emphasized the importance of better serving the Indian community in the US.
Jaishankar's official visit to the US from December 24 to December 29 includes scheduled meetings with senior members of the outgoing Biden administration. He is also expected to have introductory meetings with members of the incoming Trump administration. This visit serves as a testament to the strong and enduring relationship between India and the US, and the commitment of both nations to further strengthen their partnership.
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