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S Jaishankar and Marco Rubio meeting earlier this year. Photo Courtesy: S Jaishankar X handle

US, India will work together to rise to modern challenges of today: Marco Rubio wishes on Independence Day amid tariff tussle

| @indiablooms | Aug 15, 2025, at 05:13 pm

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday wished India on Independence Day and said both democracies will rise to the modern challenges of today and ensure a brighter future.

In a statement, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said: "On behalf of the United States, I extend our congratulations and warm wishes to the people of India as they celebrate their Independence Day on August 15."

He said: "The historic relationship between the world’s largest democracy and the world’s oldest democracy is consequential and far-reaching. Our two countries are united by our shared vision for a more peaceful, prosperous, and secure Indo-Pacific region."

Rubio said the partnership between the two nations spans across industries, promoting innovation and pushing the boundaries of critical and emerging technologies, and extends into space.

He said: "Working together, the United States and India will rise to the modern challenges of today and ensure a brighter future for both our countries."

The relationship between India and the US has deteriorated in recent times after President Donald Trump imposed a 50 per cent tariff on Indian imports, citing New Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian oil.

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