National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Sunday met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New Delhi. In a social media post, Ministry of External Affairs said, the discussions focused on strengthening defence, security and strategic technology cooperation, including the TRUST initiative.
The Ministry further said, the two National Security Advisors reiterated the high priority accorded to the bilateral Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. They also exchanged views on regional and global issues
In a post on X, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that the discussion also focused on both sides reiterating the high priority accorded to the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and reviewing ongoing collaboration.Rubio also holds the position of the US National Security Advisor along with the post of Secretary of State.
They also exchanged views on regional and global developments of mutual interest, underscoring continued engagement on issues impacting international security and stabilityTRUST (Transforming the Relationship Utilising Strategic Technology) is the upgraded version of the earlier iCET (Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology). Announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's working visit to Washington on February 13, 2025, it expands cooperation between India and the US in semiconductors, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, critical minerals, biotechnology, energy, space, and supply chain resilience.
A key focus of TRUST is the AI Infrastructure Roadmap, aimed at boosting investment, market access, and development of US-origin AI systems in India. The initiative is jointly overseen by the National Security Advisors of both countries and builds on the broader India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.The US Embassy in India also shared details of the meeting between the two NSAs.
According to a post on X, both sides also held discussions on "counterterrorism cooperation, regional stability", and enhancing US-India strategic coordination in the Indo-Pacific region. "Secretary Rubio joined an important meeting with NSA Doval focused on counterterrorism cooperation, regional stability, and strengthening U.S.-India strategic coordination in the Indo-Pacific. Our partnership continues to grow stronger in support of shared security interests!" the post read.
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