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Washington : Describing India as its biggest partner in South Asia, US President Joe Biden’s administration said it is working with New Delhi to develop billions of dollars of climate infrastructure and a new fund that will include Rs 50 crore from its development finance institution. Dollar investment will be involved. Afrin Akhtar, Assistant Deputy Secretary in the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs (SCA), said this
Bolstering Climate Infrastructure: A Bilateral Endeavour
The monumental collaboration between the US and India encompasses a sweeping spectrum of initiatives aimed at catalysing progress and resilience, notably in the realm of climate infrastructure. With an unwavering dedication to combating climate change, the two nations are poised to embark on a transformative journey towards sustainable development. A significant stride in this direction is the establishment of a new fund, bolstered by an investment of $500 million from the US development finance institution, underscoring the tangible commitment to effecting positive change on a global scale.
Pioneering Technological Innovation: The US-India Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies
The advent of the US-India Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies heralds a new era of technological collaboration and innovation. This visionary initiative, launched in January last year, seeks to forge a resilient semiconductor supply chain, thereby fortifying the foundations of technological prowess. Moreover, it aspires to enhance space cooperation and spearhead advancements in the next generation of telecommunications, positioning both nations at the vanguard of technological innovation.
Strengthening Defence Partnerships: A Testament to Strategic Alignment
The comprehensive and multi-dimensional defence partnership between the US and India stands as a testament to the shared commitment towards upholding regional security and stability. Through joint exercises, robust defence industrial cooperation, and the annual ‘2+2’ ministerial dialogue, both nations have fortified their strategic alignment, fostering mutual trust and collaboration in the pursuit of common objectives.
Economic Investments: Catalysing Growth and Prosperity
The strategic partnership between the US and India extends beyond the realm of geopolitics to encompass robust economic cooperation. Notably, American investments throughout South Asia, including the landmark $500 million investment in Colombo Port in Sri Lanka in collaboration with India’s Adani Group, underscore the catalytic role of economic partnerships in fostering growth and prosperity across the region.
A Paradigm of Partnership and Collaboration
In conclusion, the proclamation of India as America’s foremost partner in South Asia by President Joe Biden’s administration heralds a new chapter in bilateral relations, characterised by unwavering commitment, mutual respect, and shared aspirations. From bolstering climate infrastructure to pioneering technological innovation and strengthening defence partnerships, the collaborative endeavours between the US and India exemplify a paradigm of partnership and collaboration, poised to shape the contours of regional and global affairs in the 21st century.
