US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, clarified that the Trump administration’s immigration reforms are not aimed at India specifically but are part of a broader overhaul of the US immigration system. Gor highlighted the continuous growth in people-to-people ties, trade, and defense cooperation between the two countries.
Gor mentioned that the immigration changes were necessary to address the open borders issue inherited from previous administrations. He emphasized that the reforms were not intended to target India, despite the significant impact on the country due to its large population.
The Ambassador pointed out the robust visa operations in India as a testament to the strong bilateral relations. He underlined the ongoing trade, commerce, and people-to-people exchanges between India and the United States, emphasizing the strategic partnership’s depth.
Gor also discussed energy cooperation, noting India’s increased purchases of US energy and the importance of diversifying energy sources for national security. He highlighted the benefits of having multiple energy suppliers, especially in light of global disruptions like the recent crisis involving Iran.
The article mentions India’s significant presence in the US through international students, skilled professionals, and expanding business operations. It highlights the growth of the India-US partnership over the past decades, covering various sectors like defense, technology, trade, and clean energy, despite occasional disagreements on immigration and trade policies.
