US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti: President Biden Declares India the Most Important Country in the World

US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti emphasized the strong collaboration between the United States and India in various fields during his keynote address at the Indiaspora G20 forum. He revealed that President Joe Biden considers India to be the most important country in the world to him, a sentiment unprecedented in the history of the two nations. Garcetti also highlighted the significant contribution of Indian Americans, who make up six percent of taxpayers in the US.

Garcetti expressed his enthusiasm for the growing partnership between the US and India, stating that not even the sky is the limit when it comes to their collaboration in space and other areas. He referred to the US and India as powerful forces for good and drivers of progress in the world. The ambassador, who recently completed 100 days in his role, shared his personal dream of living in India and pursuing a Buddhist studies course in Bodh Gaya.

Despite his career in politics initially getting in the way, Garcetti now feels fortunate to be living his dream as the US Ambassador to India. Garcetti expressed his gratitude to India for the warm welcome and deep friendship he has experienced during his first 100 days. He shared a video on social media showcasing his visits to various Indian states, meetings with political leaders, and interactions with the people of India.

The US ambassador's remarks come ahead of President Biden's upcoming visit to India, where he will attend the G20 Leaders' Summit in Delhi. With the strong collaboration and shared vision between the two nations, the US-India partnership is poised to reach new heights in the coming months.