Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:15am on 25 Mar 2026,Wednesday India Global
Elbridge Colby described India as an “essential partner” for the United States in the Indo-Pacific, stating India’s rise aligns with American strategic interests. Speaking in New Delhi, he emphasised a shared goal of preventing dominance by any single power in the region. Colby noted that both nations can cooperate effectively despite differences, underscoring pragmatic engagement. He made no reference to the Quad while outlining policy priorities. His visit coincides with ongoing West Asia tensions and precedes defence talks with Indian officials, highlighting continued bilateral dialogue on regional security and strategic alignment.
