New York: India and the US have discussed “sanctions” that could be levelled against countries that engage economically with Russia and Iran, with Washington saying it remains well-positioned to help regional partners address their energy security challenges.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar here Wednesday on the margins of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.
Rubio and Jaishankar “exchanged views on developments in the Middle East and beyond. The two also discussed sanctions that could be leveled against states that engage economically with Russia and Iran. The Secretary emphasized that the United States remains well-positioned to help regional partners address their energy security challenges,” a statement from the US State Department said.
In its reaction, New Delhi said that it will take all necessary steps to protect its economic interests and ensure energy security for the nation.
Jaishankar, who arrived in New York City on Sunday, is leading the Indian delegation for the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.
After meeting with Jaishankar, Rubio said that India and the US are coordinating on key regional priorities. He added together, both countries are building strategic partnership and coordinating on key regional priorities and upcoming multilateral efforts.
Earlier, two leaders also met in Manila in July this year and discussed priority areas including trade, tariffs, energy, defence, critical minerals, and artificial intelligence.
