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Washington : US Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently praised the evolving relationship between India and the United States during a luncheon hosted at the White House in honor of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Blinken highlighted the broadening collaboration between the two countries across various sectors, emphasizing that they have become indispensable partners.
Blinken acknowledged that over the past two and a half years, the relationship between India and the US has transformed significantly, with closer cooperation on numerous issues. The areas of collaboration range from semiconductors and space exploration to education and food security. He expressed enthusiasm about the boundless potential and ambition of their partnership.
The US Secretary of State quoted Prime Minister Modi’s characterization of the two nations as indispensable partners, which aligns with President Joe Biden’s view that the US-India partnership is the defining relationship of the 21st century.
Blinken also emphasized that India and the US are jointly working to promote peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region and worldwide. They are actively engaged in combating diseases, responding to natural disasters, bolstering maritime security, and upholding the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter.
Furthermore, the two countries are collaborating on environmental sustainability, including the development of affordable solar panels and sustainable aviation fuels. They are driving opportunity and innovation, with entrepreneurs playing a crucial role in powering their economies and companies from both nations investing in each other’s countries.
The Secretary of State highlighted the cutting-edge research conducted jointly by India and the US in fields like quantum computing and artificial intelligence. He emphasized how such collaboration helps sustain their technological edge and shape a digital future that safeguards democratic values.
Overall, Blinken’s remarks underscored the strengthening partnership between India and the United States, emphasizing their collaboration on a wide range of issues and their joint efforts to address global challenges while advancing shared goals.
