New York: US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti has made a big statement. He described India as a friend and important partner. He said that America has always stood with India during border conflicts. Both countries believe in the principle of borders and sovereignty and rule of law. Garcetti said that America has a long history of ensuring that aggression is not promoted anywhere in the world. America always supports India's diplomatic talks with China.

Recognition of McMahon Line

"I see India as a friend and a partner, not a counterbalance. We share principles about borders and sovereignty, the rule of law. We have stood with India when there have been border conflicts. We have recognised the McMahon Line since 1952. We have a long history of making sure that aggression should not be rewarded anywhere in the world. We all want to have peaceful relations, particularly when it comes to China," Garcetti said.

Supporting diplomatic negotiations

When Garcetti was asked if the US sees India as a counter to China, he said, "We support India's diplomatic talks right now. You know, most of the border is resolved, about 75 per cent, as External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said. But both countries still have some work to do. We will follow India's lead on Indian soil."

Close friendship between Modi and Biden

Garcetti has described Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden as close friends. He said that there is a close friendship between PM Modi and Joe Biden. Modi is the most pro-American Prime Minister in Indian history, while Joe Biden is the most pro-India President in American history. For the first time, an Indian Prime Minister visited the private residence of the US President. This is a symbol of deep friendship.

Quad is against those who do not follow the rules

Without naming China, Garcetti explained why the Quad was established. He described the Quad as a powerful group. He said that in the Quad, four countries together determine the vision and can share principles. Through the Quad, we can find a common solution in the Indo-Pacific. This group is in contrast to those countries that do not want to follow the rules. They do not believe in the rule of law, but I think we will find a solution to this.