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Washington: US Secretary of State John Kerry on Monday said the dynamism and entrepreneurial spirit of the bilateral relationship shared between New Delhi and Washington is required to solve some of the world's greatest challenges.
India is an indispensable partner for the 21st century, Kerry added.
He further laid out a roadmap for a long-term strategic partnership between the largest and oldest democratic countries.
The US Secretary of State said that deepening his country's ties with India is a strategic imperative, adding time has come to transform bilateral relationship into a historic partnership that can create a more prosperous future for the world.
Noting that the India-US ties is yet to "blossom" together, Kerry said, "This is a potentially transformative moment in our relationship with India."
Kerry was referring to the post-election scenario and the formation of the new government, which he said has received historic mandate from its people to deliver change.
"The US and India can and should be indispensable partners for the 21st century. The dynamism and entrepreneurial spirit of our relationship is needed to solve some of world's greatest challenges," he said.
He said the two countries can work together to tackle global challenges from climate change to clean energy and others.
In his speech at Center for American Progress, Kerry supported India's vision of an integrated South and Central Asia and that with the South East Asia.
The Obama administration is ready to help India in this regard, Kerry said as he praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his initiatives to establish peace and improve relationship with the neighbouring countries.
By inviting Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to his inauguration, Kerry said Modi has taken the "first step" to establish peace and friendship with its South Asian neighbour.
Supporting the move to increase India-Pak economic relationship, Kerry said improved trade is a win-win for both the countries.
Reiterating support for India's place in the UN Security Council, Kerry in his speech said India is a global power.
The Secretary of State listed out the progress made between the two countries in various areas including economy, clean energy, and counter-terrorism.
The India-US collaboration on counter terrorism, in particular real-time information sharing, helps confront common threats and bring terrorists to justice, he said.
Describing climate change as a biggest challenge not only for the world, but also India, Kerry called for increased collaboration between the two countries on this issue.
Kerry said US President Barack Obama would welcome the Indian Prime Minister at the White House in November.
Kerry will visit India July 30-August 01.
External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj will host Kerry in New Delhi and the duo will co-chair the fifth India-US Strategic Dialogue on July 31.
This will be Kerry's first visit to India since the inception of the new government and his first meeting with Sushma Swaraj since the two leaders assumed office.
Kerry is expected to meet Indian leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He will also visit Bangalore.
(With Agency inputs)
First Published: Tuesday, July 29, 2014, 08:36
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