US Deputy Secretary Verma Embarks on Diplomatic Tour to Strengthen Indo-Pacific Ties

The visit aims to bolster US cooperation with India, Maldives, and Sri Lanka, focusing on economic development, security, and democratic governance.

Deputy Secretary of State Richard Verma's diplomatic tour to India, Maldives, and Sri Lanka aims to strengthen US cooperation with key Indo-Pacific partners.
The visit marks a significant moment in the US Indo-Pacific Strategy, emphasizing the US's commitment to a secure, prosperous, and democratic region.
In India, discussions will focus on economic development, security, and technology to advance the US-Indian global strategic partnership.
The tour includes meetings to promote economic cooperation, maritime security, and democratic governance in Maldives and Sri Lanka.
This diplomatic initiative underscores the US's shift from being an aid provider to an investment partner in the Indo-Pacific region.