‘Tactical’ relations with other countries will not come at the ‘expense’ of India ties: Marco Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that tactical relations with other countries will not undermine the strategic partnership with India. During his visit to New Delhi, he discussed various issues, including energy and trade, with Indian officials. Rubio also addressed concerns regarding Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz and the implications for global energy security.
- ▪Marco Rubio stated that U.S. relations with other countries will not come at the expense of its strategic alliance with India.
- ▪Rubio's visit to India is the first by a senior U.S. official since the war on Iran began in February 2026.
- ▪Both Rubio and Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar acknowledged the need for safe maritime commerce amid tensions in the Gulf.
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The United States works with many countries at a “tactical” level, but those relations will not disturb the strategic partnership with India, said U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New Delhi on Sunday (May 24).Addressing a joint press conference at the Hyderabad House lawns, Mr. Rubio said the idea of a “free and open Indo-Pacific” goes beyond the Indo-Pacific to other “international waters” and accused Iran of blocking the Strait of Hormuz while sponsoring proxy terror groups.Also Read: Marco Rubio in India LIVE updates - May 24, 2026Speaking on the occasion, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar acknowledged the disruption to supply chains because of the U.S.-Israel war on Iran and said that both India and the U.S.
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