US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis to meet PM Modi next week in first India visit
This is the first visit by a cabinet-level official to India under the Trump administration. He will also meet Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
Key highlights:
- US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis will visit India and hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Indian counterpart Nirmala Sitharaman
- This is the first visit by a cabinet-level official to India under the Trump administration
- During his two-day visit starting from September 26, the Pentagon chief will participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at the India Gate
US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis will visit India and hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Indian counterpart Nirmala Sitharaman to reaffirm that Washington considers New Delhi a valued and influential ally.
This is the first visit by a cabinet-level official to India under the Trump administration.
"The secretary will emphasise that the United States views India as a valued and influential partner, with broad mutual interests extending well beyond South Asia," the Pentagon said in a statement yesterday.
During his two-day visit starting from September 26, the Pentagon chief will participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at the India Gate, and meet the prime minister and Sitharaman in New Delhi.
Bill introduced in US Senate to elevate India defence ties like NATO and Israel
Get Latest Business News, Stock Market Updates and Videos; Check your tax outgo through Income Tax Calculator and save money through our Personal Finance coverage. Check Business Breaking News Live on Zee Business Twitter and Facebook. Subscribe on YouTube.