India and US Strengthen Strategic Ties Amidst Tensions: A New Chapter?

The 2+2 Intersectional Dialogue between India and the United States convened to advance strategic relations. Senior officials from both nations participated in the meeting, agreeing to deepen cooperation in defense, security, trade, and technology. Discussions covered key issues such as energy security, civil-nuclear cooperation, critical minerals exploration, and joint efforts against terrorism and narcotics. Progress was also noted towards the early signing of a new ten-year defense partnership framework. Both sides emphasized strengthening defense industry, science and technology cooperation, operational coordination, and information sharing.