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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will soon visit India. Strategic issues such as Quad cooperation, the India-US trade agreement, and the supply chain for critical minerals and AI are likely to be discussed during the visit.
Confirmed India visit in a few months (Image Source: Internet)
New Delhi: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit India in the next few months. This information was given by US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor during the AI Impact Summit held in New Delhi on Friday, February 20, 2026.
While he did not disclose the exact dates of the visit, he clarified that the visit is taking place "very soon" and will be implemented in the coming months. This visit is considered extremely important for India-US relations, as both countries are currently working together on many strategic and economic issues.
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Sergio Gor stated that Secretary Rubio's visit to India will also be linked to the Quad (Quadrilateral Strategic Dialogue). The Quad comprises India, the United States, Japan, and Australia. This group is considered an important platform for maintaining cooperation and balance in the Indo-Pacific region.
The US envoy described the Quad as an effective and strategic alliance that enhances cooperation among member countries. It is expected that issues such as regional security, supply chains, technological cooperation, and maritime security may be discussed during the visit.
The US ambassador also indicated that the pending trade agreement between India and the US could be finalized soon. He stated that this agreement would elevate bilateral relations between the two countries to a new level.
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If signed, cooperation in the areas of trade, investment, technology, and industry will be further strengthened. This is expected to benefit both countries' economies.
This statement followed the signing ceremony of the Pax Silica Declaration. Under this declaration, India agreed to join the US-led alliance, which aims to create robust and secure supply chains for critical minerals and artificial intelligence (AI).
This initiative is considered an important step towards reducing global dependence on strategic resources and ensuring technological stability.
Overall, Marco Rubio's proposed visit to India could prove to be a significant boost to India-US relations. Issues such as Quad cooperation, a trade agreement, and the supply chain for critical minerals are likely to be key agenda points.
Experts believe that the strategic partnership between India and the US has become more important than ever in the changing global landscape.
