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As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Washington DC, the significance of
the trip is hard to ignore. This visit marks a turning point in US-India
relations, with the Biden administration aiming to strengthen ties and counter
China's growing influence.
The two countries, fundamentally opposed on various issues, are expected to
discuss defense, technology, security, AI, telecoms, visas, manufacturing, and
space. The visit highlights India's growing prominence economically and
geopolitically, positioning it as a crucial counterweight to China in the
Indo-Pacific region.
While the US praises the partnership, concerns over human rights violations
in India and its democratic decline are unlikely to be addressed. Overall, this
visit holds symbolic importance for Modi as he seeks to
shore up votes for the upcoming Indian election and solidify
India's position on the world stage. |
