Jaishankar and Rubio to hold talks in Mumbai on Oct 20

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will hold bilateral talks in Mumbai on October 20 to discuss enhancing the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, the Ministry of External Affairs confirmed on Friday. The meeting will occur during Rubio's official visit to India from October 17-22, which also includes stops in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, and Jamnagar. The talks will focus on strengthening energy cooperation and strategic ties, with Jaishankar also attending US Independence 250th anniversary celebrations as Guest of Honour. Jaishankar will additionally host UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Mumbai on October 19-20 for an official visit. US envoy Sergio Gor had earlier indicated the meeting, which follows ongoing efforts to bolster bilateral relations.