India, US line up high-level visits to advance cooperation

US under secretary Allison Hooker is in India from December 7-11 to bolster the strategic partnership. Her visit, encompassing New Delhi and Bengaluru, aims to deepen economic ties, boost American exports, and foster collaboration in emerging technologies like AI and space exploration. Discussions will cover bilateral cooperation and regional security, underscoring a commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.