US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited India on 20–21 October 2026 to strengthen bilateral cooperation in trade, energy, defence, technology and regional security.
- Meeting with S. Jaishankar: Reviewed the India–US Strategic Roadmap and discussed the early conclusion of the Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA).
- 26/11 Tribute: Paid tribute to the victims of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel.
- Freedom 250 Reception: Celebrated 250 years of US independence and highlighted the importance of India–US relations.
- Energy Cooperation: Visited Reliance Industries’ Jamnagar refinery in Gujarat and discussed energy security, including Venezuelan crude oil.
- Trade and Tariffs: Described the proposed India–US trade agreement as “incredibly close” to completion and discussed US tariffs linked to its policy on Russia’s war in Ukraine.
- Strategic Cooperation: Both countries emphasized cooperation in defence, technology, counterterrorism and Indo-Pacific security.
