US secretary of state Marco Rubio on Thursday described India as a “great partner” and said the United States wants to expand energy ties with New Delhi, ahead of his maiden visit to India later this week.

The Department of State announced the visit that would take Marco Rubio to Kolkata, Agra, Jaipur and New Delhi. | India News

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit India from May 23-26 for talks on trade, defence, energy security and Indo-Pacific issues.

India great partner, ready to expand energy cooperation: Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington is discussing deeper energy cooperation with India ahead of his Quad-linked visit to New Delhi.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits India to strengthen ties. The visit addresses trade friction and strategic concerns. The US seeks to re-anchor the partnership. Energy…

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