Indian Envoy Hosts 12 US Lawmakers to Deepen Strategic Partnership

Indian Ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra hosted a bipartisan group of 12 members of the US House of Representatives at India House in Washington DC. The discussions centered on deepening the strategic partnership across trade, cutting-edge technology, defense cooperation, and counterterrorism efforts. Kwatra highlighted that India's projected economic growth of over 7% strengthens the shared vision for mutual prosperity and security. The envoy also held a separate meeting with US Senator Steve Daines to discuss the evolving bilateral relationship and global landscape.

Key Points: India-US Partnership Talks with 12 House Representatives

  • Bipartisan US support for India
  • Talks on trade & tech innovation
  • Focus on defense & counterterrorism
  • India's 7%+ growth projection
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Indian Envoy holds bilateral talks with 12 Members of US House of Representatives

Indian Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra hosts bipartisan US House members to discuss trade, tech, defense, and counterterrorism cooperation.

"India's strong economic growth... further strengthens this shared vision for prosperity and security. - Vinay Mohan Kwatra"

Washington DC, January 16

Indian Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Thursday hosted 12 Members of the US House of Representatives and held talks on deepening India-US partnership spanning wide-ranging conversations.

Kwatra said that India's strong economic growth projections strengthens this shared vision of prosperity.

"A special evening at India House. Had the pleasure of hosting 12 Hon'ble Members of the U.S. House of Representatives. Welcomed the consistent, bipartisan support in the US Congress for the deepening India-US partnership--spanning wide-ranging conversations on trade and economic ties, cutting-edge technology and innovation, robust defence cooperation, and crucial counterterrorism efforts. India's strong economic growth--projected around 7%+ in the coming years--further strengthens this shared vision for prosperity and security," he said.

Kwatra shared some glimpses of his interaction with the representatives.

"Welcomed Deborah Ross and Rob Wittman, co-chairs of the Congressional Study Group on India. This is an initiative to augment India's engagement with the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate and is supported by the Association of Former Members of Congress and Roundglass Foundation," he said in a post on X.

"Grateful for the presence of Jim Costa, Bill Huizenga, Ami Bera, and Donald Norcross. Appreciated their perspectives on various aspects of the bilateral relationship," he said.

"Welcomed the support of Ron Estes, Chrissy Houlahan, Jay Obernolte and their guidance for strengthening our partnership," he added.

"Valued the constructive exchanges on key pillars of bilateral cooperation with the new members of the 119th Congress Nathaniel Moran, Julie Johnson, and Jefferson Shreve," he said.

Earlier on Thursday, Kwatra met US Senator Steve Daines and discussed bilateral relationship.

In a post on X, he said, "Honored to welcome and host Senator Steve Daines at India House. We discussed various facets of our bilateral partnership including developments in trade, technology and innovation and evolving global landscape. Deeply appreciate and value his useful insights and strong support to the bilateral relationship."

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see bipartisan support. Hope these talks translate into concrete benefits for Indian students and professionals in the US, especially regarding visas and work opportunities. The economic partnership must be a two-way street.
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Rohit P
While I appreciate the engagement, I hope our envoy also firmly raised issues that matter to us, like the occasional negative rhetoric from some US quarters on India's internal matters. Partnership should be based on mutual respect.
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Sarah B
As an NRI, this is encouraging. A strong India-US relationship provides stability. The Congressional Study Group on India is a smart initiative. More such institutional links will ensure the partnership survives political changes in both countries.
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Karthik V
Cutting-edge technology cooperation is the key! If we can get more US tech investments and collaborations in semiconductors, AI, and space, it will be a game-changer for 'Make in India' and our startup ecosystem. Good work by the envoy.
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Michael C
Constructive engagement. The mention of "crucial counterterrorism efforts" is vital. Hope there was a clear understanding reached on dealing with cross-border terrorism emanating from Pakistan, which remains a primary security concern for India.

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