Bipartisan US reps may table resolution for better India ties

About two dozen lawmakers from the Democratic and Republican parties in the United States are expected to table a resolution calling for stronger US-India relations in the House of Representatives this week.

- Shashank Mattoo

The resolution introduced by Indian-American Congressman Ami Bera calls for enhanced cooperation within the Quad, closer defence, technology and trade ties.

Bera told HT the bill is meant as a signal to decision makers in both countries that Congress continues to value the India-US partnership, especially after tensions over trade and India’s purchases of Russian energy cast a shadow over the relationship this year.

According to the text of the proposed resolution reviewed by HT, it recognises the India-US strategic partnership as “essential to regional stability, economic growth and global security”.