New Delhi, May 24 -- In a high-level meeting in New Delhi on Sunday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed the strength of the India-US strategic partnership.

The discussions focused on bolstering ties through enhanced mobility, firm stances on regional security, and a shared vision for global stability. A central theme of the press conference was the human element of the bilateral relationship. Minister Jaishankar emphasised that people-to-people connections are the foundation of the partnership.

EAM Jaishankar apprised Secretary Rubio of the ongoing difficulties faced by legitimate travellers regarding visa issuance. While acknowledging the necessity of cooperation to curb illegal and ...