US Secretary of State Marco Rubio lands in Mumbai for two-day India visit

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has arrived in Mumbai on a two-day official visit to India. During his visit, Rubio is scheduled to travel to Jamnagar to tour the Reliance oil refinery, highlighting energy diplomacy. He will hold bilateral discussions with External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar in Mumbai to review India-US relations, defence partnership, visa issues, and progress on a bilateral trade agreement. T

he visit serves as preparation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled trip to



the United States for the G20 Summit in December 2026. Rubio will also pay homage to the victims of the 26/11 terror attacks at the Taj Hotel and attend events marking the 250th anniversary celebrations of United States independence. 

Addressing media questions on energy and sanctions, Rubio noted that balancing foreign policy requires considering bilateral ties, global energy supplies, and trade deal negotiations, stating that efforts are underway to finalize a trade deal with India.