I am glad to see India and US moving in the right direction. I hope it continues and neither Hillary nor Donald destroys this.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 29, 2016 — With strong cooperation in defense and technology and in peace and security, the U.S.-India relationship is "destined to be one of the defining partnerships of the 21st century," Defense Secretary Ash Carter said today.
The United States and India share a common vision for peace, stability and prosperity in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, Carter said in a joint news conference at the Pentagon with Indian Defense Minister Manohar Parrikar.
The two officials last met in April when Carter visited India. Today's productive discussion marked their sixth meeting, Carter said, describing Parrikar as a strong and effective leader who is an innovator, great partner and true friend.
Carter praised recent developments in the bilateral relationship. He noted President Barack Obama hosted Indian Prime Minister Narenda Modi in June, and India was designated then as a major defense partner of the United States.
"Today, we moved that partnership forward," Carter said.
Carter acknowledged he has never been more optimistic about the relationship or more committed to its progress.
The nations will further strengthen cooperation in a number of areas to ensure the Asia-Pacific continues to be a region where everyone can rise and prosper, he said.
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Carter Hosts Indian Counterpart, Praises Strong Bilateral Ties > U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE > Article
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 29, 2016 — With strong cooperation in defense and technology and in peace and security, the U.S.-India relationship is "destined to be one of the defining partnerships of the 21st century," Defense Secretary Ash Carter said today.
The United States and India share a common vision for peace, stability and prosperity in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, Carter said in a joint news conference at the Pentagon with Indian Defense Minister Manohar Parrikar.
The two officials last met in April when Carter visited India. Today's productive discussion marked their sixth meeting, Carter said, describing Parrikar as a strong and effective leader who is an innovator, great partner and true friend.
Carter praised recent developments in the bilateral relationship. He noted President Barack Obama hosted Indian Prime Minister Narenda Modi in June, and India was designated then as a major defense partner of the United States.
"Today, we moved that partnership forward," Carter said.
Carter acknowledged he has never been more optimistic about the relationship or more committed to its progress.
The nations will further strengthen cooperation in a number of areas to ensure the Asia-Pacific continues to be a region where everyone can rise and prosper, he said.
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Carter Hosts Indian Counterpart, Praises Strong Bilateral Ties > U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE > Article