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Austin, His Indian Counterpart Discuss Boosting Security Ties


Sat 20 Mar 2021 | 09:18 PM
NaDa Mustafa

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with his Indian counterpart, Ragat Singh, on Saturday, according to Reuters.

 

They discussed ways to strengthen defense ties between both countries, especially with regard to information exchange and logistical matters.

 

Austin is currently visiting New Delhi. He is the first senior member of President Joe Biden's administration to visit India.

 

His visit comes within the framework of joint efforts to form an alliance of countries, aiming to counter China's influence in the region.