Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:08am on 24 Dec 2024,Tuesday India Global
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar begins a 6-day US visit, marking his first trip since Donald Trump's election victory. The visit, aimed at strengthening India-US relations, includes meetings with US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken and Biden administration officials. Jaishankar will also brief Indian diplomats on engagement strategies with Trump 2.0 officials, focusing on bilateral, strategic, and global issues. This visit comes amid tensions over Canada’s accusations against India and highlights efforts to maintain continuity in ties. Experts anticipate cautious optimism for deeper cooperation, especially in technology and defense, while navigating challenges like reciprocal tariffs and immigration policies.