Marco Rubio told the Indian Express in New Delhi that bolstering relations with Pakistan will never come at India’s cost—an outright reassurance aimed at soothing Delhi’s concerns about Washington’s growing ties with Islamabad.
He dismissed former President Trump’s comparison of the current U.S. foreign‑policy calculus with the Nixon‑Kissinger era, arguing that the global order has shifted dramatically since the 1970s and that such analogies are misleading.
Rubio emphasized that the United States’ relationship with any country does not erode its ties with India, citing the ongoing trade deal and multiple engagements as evidence of a robust partnership.
He added that Washington’s engagement with Islamabad could help discourage actions that worry India, framing it as a potential lever to promote stability in the region.
Acknowledging the complexity of Russia’s war in Ukraine, Rubio noted that resolving such conflicts is not straightforward, hinting at broader geopolitical challenges.
During his two‑day visit, he outlined future meetings with Indian officials to further solidify trade talks and reinforce security cooperation.