Daijiworld Media Network – Washington

Washington, Jul 23: India's Ambassador to the United States Vinay Mohan Kwatra held discussions with US Senator Tim Sheehy, a former Navy SEAL, on strengthening the defence partnership between the two countries.

Kwatra, in a post on X on Wednesday, said the meeting focused on shared national security challenges and appreciated Sheehy's support for the India-US strategic partnership.

"Great to sit down with Senator Tim Sheehy. As a former combat veteran, he brings invaluable perspective to our shared national security challenges. We discussed the vital defence partnership between our two nations. Appreciate his support for the India-US partnership," Kwatra said.

Earlier, the Indian envoy also met US Under Secretary Jeffery Kessler and Under Secretary William Kimmitt at the Department of Commerce to discuss ways to strengthen trade and commercial relations between the two nations.

"It was a pleasure to welcome Under Secretary Jeffery Kessler and Under Secretary William Kimmitt to India House," Kwatra said.

He added that discussions focused on expanding India-US trade ties and building resilient and secure supply chain partnerships across industries, particularly in high-technology sectors.