Washington, April 22: On a visit to India as part of a bi-partisan Congressional delegation, a US Senator today said that India is a natural ally of the United States and the two countries need to further strengthen their relationship.
“As a dynamic democracy in the heart of Asia, India is a natural ally of the United States,” Senator John Hoeven said in a statement.
The Congressional delegation is being led by Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.
“It makes sense for both the United States and North Dakota to maintain a dialogue and expand commercial relations with India. This enormous nation is emerging as a great economic power, and it’s in our interest to work together for our mutual benefit,” said the Senator from North Dakota.
Congressional delegation met Defence Minister A K Antony, National Security Advisor Shivshankar Menon and other high-ranking Indian security officials.
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