Vance wants stronger U.S.-India defense and energy relations.

• US Vice-President J.D. Vance emphasizes the importance of US-India relations for the 21st century.

• Vance outlines the need for a fair trade agreement based on shared priorities and fair access to Indian markets.

• He emphasizes the need for a “win-win partnership” with India, aiming to rebalance global trade.

• Vance identifies priority areas for job creation, supply chain durability, and worker prosperity.

• The terms of reference for the trade negotiation have been finalized, setting a roadmap for a final deal.

• Vance also supports India’s energy security ambitions, citing American energy as a key factor in India’s nuclear power production and artificial energy ambitions.

• Vance blames past American leaders for failing to support workers in India.

• Despite Trump’s administration’s 90-day pause on steep tariff rates on Indian exports, Vance argues that previous administrations saw India as a source of low-cost labour.