Foreign Secretary Shri Vikram Misri is set to visit Washington, D.C., USA from May 27-29, 2025, marking a significant follow-up to Prime Minister's recent visit to the United States in February 2025. The trip is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and furthering cooperation between the two nations.
The visit comes as part of India's efforts to strengthen its strategic partnerships with key global players, including the United States. The Indian-American relationship has been a vital component of India's foreign policy objectives, and this visit is seen as an important step towards deepening these ties.
During his stay in Washington, D.C., Foreign Secretary Misri will meet with senior officials of the US Administration to discuss various key areas of cooperation, including trade, defense, and technology. The two sides have launched the India-U.S. COMPACT (Catalysing Opportunities for Military Partnership, Accelerated Commerce & Technology) for the 21st Century, which aims to foster greater collaboration in these critical sectors.
The visit marks a follow-up to Prime Minister's February trip to the United States, where both nations signed several key agreements aimed at boosting bilateral trade and investment. The COMPACT initiative is seen as a key component of this effort, with the aim of enhancing India’s access to cutting-edge technology and increasing U.S.-India economic ties.
Foreign Secretary Misri's visit is also expected to focus on strengthening defense cooperation between the two nations. The visit will provide an opportunity for senior officials to engage in discussions on regional security issues and explore ways to deepen their strategic partnership.
The Indian government has welcomed this development, with a spokesperson stating that the visit is "a significant step towards deepening our bilateral ties with the United States".