India, US Discuss Expanding Tech & Trade Cooperation

On 27th May 2025, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met US Under Secretary Jeffrey Kessler in Washington to push for early convening of the India-US Strategic Trade Dialogue and deepen collaboration in critical and emerging technologies.

Key Points

Bilateral Focus: Talks centred on enhancing tech and trade ties, with emphasis on institutional frameworks and joint initiatives.
Strategic Dialogue: Both sides agreed on the urgency of holding the next India-US Strategic Trade Dialogue to accelerate momentum.
Diplomatic Context: Foreign Secretary three-day US visit follows PM February 2025 trip that launched the India-US COMPACT—a framework for military, commerce, and tech collaboration.
Political Climate: This is India’s first high-level diplomatic outreach under US President second term, with PM having been among the first foreign leaders to visit after the inauguration.
Regional Security Backdrop: The meeting also comes amid renewed India-Pakistan tensions. Officials in New Delhi credit Operation Sindoor for compelling Islamabad to seek a ceasefire, underscoring India’s stronger strategic posture.