CSIS' Jain on Modi's White House Visit

The video discusses the US-India bilateral engagement, focusing on security, economic, and defense ties, and cooperation in emerging technologies. It highlights India's role in the Indo-Pacific region and its strategic importance as a counterweight to China. Challenges such as India's stance on Russia and trade impediments are noted, but the visit aims to address clean energy goals and defense sales. India's objectives include defense technology transfer and education cooperation. The video also explores opportunities in globalization and supply chain diversification beyond China, emphasizing critical minerals and clean energy collaboration.

What are the main areas of focus in the US-India bilateral engagement?

• Cultural exchange and tourism

• Healthcare and education

• Space exploration and research

• Security, economic, and defense ties

Why is India's role in the Indo-Pacific region significant?

• It is a major tourist destination

• It is a leading producer of technology

• It serves as a counterweight to China

• It has the largest population in the world

What is one of the challenges in the US-India relationship?

• Differences in healthcare policies

• India's reluctance to condemn Russia's actions

• Disagreements over space exploration

• Conflicts over cultural heritage

What does India seek from the US in terms of defense?

• Transfer of defense technologies

• More military bases in the US

• Joint space missions

• Reduction in defense spending

How is India trying to benefit from the reversing trend in globalization?

• By increasing tourism

• By focusing on agriculture

• By expanding cooperation in critical minerals

• By reducing its population