In Pics: Key points from India-US 2+2 Ministerial dialogue

The US congratulated India for its contributions as a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) member for 2021-22 and reaffirmed its support for India’s permanent membership in a reformed UNSC and entry into the Nuclear Suppliers’ Group (NSG).  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asked American defence companies to invest in India and support the ‘Make in India’ programme.    

The attending ministers talked about humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and assessed broader implications. They also condemned civilian deaths unequivocally and sought an immediate cessation of violence.    

 They also talked about the upcoming Quad Summit in Tokyo and reaffirmed their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific wherein sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states is respected and countries are free of economic, military and political coercion.  

S Jaishankar said during a press conference for the India-US 2+2 Ministerial dialogue that when it comes to Russian oil, India’s monthly purchases amount to less than what Europe buys in an afternoon.  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that when it comes to oil purchases, they are encouraging countries not to purchase additional energy supplies from Russia.  

Ways to promote regional stability and prosperity, counter challenges in the South China Sea, QUAD Vaccine Partnership, resilient supply chains, mutual prosperity and innovation, were also discussed.