Indo-US defence ties: Jaishankar pushes ‘Make in India’ approach in talks with Rubio
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the 'Make in India' initiative during discussions with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New Delhi. The talks focused on enhancing defence cooperation under a renewed 10-year partnership framework, as well as energy security and nuclear collaboration. Both sides expressed commitment to strengthening their strategic alliance through various sectors including trade and technology.
- ▪Jaishankar highlighted the importance of the 'Make in India' approach in future defence cooperation with the US.
- ▪A comprehensive underwater domain awareness roadmap was signed during the discussions.
- ▪Energy security and nuclear cooperation were also key topics, with an emphasis on affordable energy for India's population.
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News/Defence News/Indo-US defence ties: EAM Jaishankar pushes ‘Make in India’ approach in talks with Marco RubioIndo-US defence ties: EAM Jaishankar pushes ‘Make in India’ approach in talks with Marco RubioTOI News Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 24, 2026, 15:03 ISTCommentsShareAA+Text SizeSmallMediumLarge Jaishankar pushes ‘Make in India’ approach in talks with Rubio External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Sunday underlined the importance of incorporating the “Make in India” approach in future defence cooperation between India and the United States during talks with US secretary of state Marco Rubio in New Delhi.Addressing a joint press conference after delegation-level talks, Jaishankar said the two sides discussed defence cooperation under the renewed 10-year major defence partnership…
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