In a move to ease strained relations following the imposition of tariffs by the Trump administration, the US Embassy in India has reaffirmed its commitment to the partnership. The embassy’s X post labeled the India-US relationship as a key defining factor of the 21st century. This statement was released around the time of Prime Minister Modi’s meeting with Russian President Putin at the SCO Summit in Tianjin. The US Embassy highlighted the ongoing progress, the people involved, and the potential of the relationship, focusing on aspects such as innovation, entrepreneurship, defense, and broader bilateral ties. A quote from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was also included, underlining the foundational role of the friendship between the two nations in fostering cooperation and progress. Furthermore, Prime Minister Modi’s meeting with President Putin included discussions on expanding collaboration across various sectors and the ongoing situation in Ukraine, with the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership being a central focus.
