India, US Discuss Enhanced Security Cooperation in Counter-Terrorism and Narcotics
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and U.S. Ambassador to India Sergio Gor met in New Delhi on Thursday to discuss strengthening bilateral security cooperation, particularly in counter-terrorism and counter-narcotics efforts.
In a statement on social media platform X, Shah said the meeting covered 'the area of security, particularly in counter-terrorism and counter-narcotics.' He added that the government is 'firmly committed to advancing the India–U.S. Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and ensuring that the people of both nations benefit from the bilateral relationship.'
Ambassador Gor, commenting on the meeting, said they discussed 'collaboration to combat terrorism, shield our people from narcotics and illicit drugs, secure our borders, and jointly bring criminals to justice in both nations.'
The meeting comes amid broader efforts to deepen ties between the two countries. In a related development, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer is scheduled to visit India next week to advance trade talks. Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump reaffirmed the India-U.S. Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, according to the Indian government.
