US-India Strategic Cooperation Expands: New Directions in the Relationship?

The recent 2+2 Intersectional Dialogue between India and the United States focused on bolstering their strategic partnership. Key areas of discussion included enhanced collaboration in defense, security, trade, and technology. Participants addressed energy security, civil-nuclear cooperation, and the exploration of critical minerals, alongside joint actions against terrorism and drug trafficking. A significant focus was placed on finalizing a new ten-year defense partnership framework. The two nations highlighted the importance of robust defense industries, collaborative science and technology initiatives, improved operational coordination, and enhanced information sharing.