Senior Republican and Democratic lawmakers highlighted India’s crucial role in global stability, affirming that bipartisan leadership in the US Congress will continue to be key amidst rising geopolitical competition.
Representative Rich McCormick, co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on India and Indian Americans, stressed the significance of the US-India partnership, stating that it is vital not only for American interests but also for global order.
McCormick expressed concerns about the high strategic stakes, especially with China’s increasing influence in the Indo-Pacific region. He emphasized the need to unite the world’s oldest democracy with its largest, suggesting that this alliance could lead to a new era of peace lasting a century.
Representative Ami Bera, a prominent Indian American member of Congress, emphasized the enduring nature of US-India relations across different administrations. He noted that support for India in Washington transcends party lines and is crucial for the Indo-Pacific strategy.
Both lawmakers underscored the stabilizing role of Congress in shaping US-India ties, irrespective of changes in White House diplomacy. They highlighted the bipartisan support for India and the importance of long-term institutional relationships in guiding future bilateral relations.
