Iran-Israel Conflict | US National Security Advisor postpones visit to India for 2nd time
Iran-Israel Conflict | Amid the ongoing tensions in the Middle East after Iran strike on Israel, the National Security Advisor of the United States, Jake Sullivan, postponed his trip to India this week
According to the spokesperson for the US Embassy, NSA Sullivan eagerly anticipates convening the annual review of the Initiative for Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) at the earliest opportunity.
"Due to ongoing events in the Middle East, NSA Sullivan has postponed his trip to India this week. NSA Sullivan looks forward to holding the Initiative for Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) annual review at the next earliest possible date and remains personally committed to advancing our deeply consequential and multifaceted partnership with India," the spokesperson stated.
Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden also looks forward to the next meeting of the Quad leaders.'
"The President looks forward to the next meeting of the Quad leaders and continuing our efforts with India to deliver results for the American and Indian people, as well as our partners, in support of our shared vision for a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific," the US Embassy spokersperson said.
Earlier reports indicated that President Biden's chief national security advisor was scheduled to visit New Delhi on April 17. Sullivan's planned trip to India in February was postponed due to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine and West Asia, leading to the rescheduling of the annual review meeting on iCET.
Meanwhile, Matthew Miller, spokesperson for the US Department of State addressed recent reports on democratic challenges in India and the US approach towards the bilateral relationship.
Miller, when questioned, reiterated the significance of the US-India strategic partnership, affirming India's status as a crucial ally to the United States.
In a daily press briefing, Miller said, “So India is the world's largest democracy, it is an important strategic partner of the United States, and I expect that to remain true."
- With inputs from agencies
