Washington DC [US]: Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming meeting with President Donald Trump, US Congressman Ro Khanna emphasized the bipartisan nature of the US-India relationship, highlighting cooperation on defence, scientific research, and renewable energy.
Khanna also pointed out concerns over China’s regional expansion, particularly in Arunachal Pradesh and the Taiwan Strait.
“It’s a commitment that the US-India relationship is bipartisan. It doesn’t depend on a single President. My hope is that he will pick up on the work that President Biden did to deepen the military relationship and cooperation,” Khanna told media.
Addressing geopolitical challenges, he added, “We both recognize the challenges that China poses to regional expansion, whether it is in Arunachal Pradesh or whether it is in the Taiwan Strait. We also have the opportunity for cross-border collaboration on scientific research and renewable energy, and we will work to do that with the India caucus.”
India has consistently rejected China’s territorial claims over Arunachal Pradesh, asserting that the northeastern state remains an integral and inalienable part of the country. Last year, China attempted to rename 30 locations in Arunachal Pradesh, a move India firmly dismissed.
PM Modi’s Visit to France and the US
Before heading to the United States, PM Modi is currently in France, where he will co-chair the AI Action Summit with French President Emmanuel Macron. The summit will focus on AI-driven advancements for the public good and will include discussions with global leaders and tech industry executives.
His visit also holds historical significance, as he and Macron will jointly inaugurate India’s first consulate in Marseille, marking a major milestone in India-France diplomatic ties.
As part of their strategic partnership, the two leaders will review progress on the Horizon 2047 Roadmap, a long-term initiative focusing on key sectors of cooperation.
PM Modi and Macron will also visit the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project in Marseille, a significant international nuclear fusion research collaboration. Additionally, the Prime Minister will pay tribute to Indian soldiers who fought in World Wars I and II by visiting the Mazargues War Cemetery.