Indian Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has expressed gratitude to the 56th Speaker of the US House of Representatives Mike Johnson for his solidarity with India’s counter-terrorism efforts following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir in April 2025. Ambassador Kwatra met Speaker Mike Johnson at Capitol Hill and discussed a wide range of issues aimed at further strengthening the India – US bilateral relationship.

The discussion emphasised the shared commitment of India and the United States to combat terrorism in all its forms and to strengthen cooperation on security-related challenges. Kwatra also briefed the Speaker on key areas of the India – US partnership, including defence & security, oil and gas trade, technology, including AI. The Ambassador also spoke about ongoing efforts to advance trade negotiations. He said the two sides are working towards a fair, balanced and mutually beneficial trade deal.