The Economic Times

Marco Rubio lands in Mumbai as New Delhi, Washington push to close trade deal

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in India to enhance cooperation in energy, trade, and defense matters. His visit focuses on advancing the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and includes discussions on economic engagement. Rubio's earlier trip in May involved meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. The anticipated bilateral trade deal aims to address tariff issues and boost market access.