Moolenaar described India as the world’s largest democracy and a vital partner in ensuring global stability. He noted that India had experienced Chinese Communist Party (CCP) aggression first-hand and praised the strengthening defense-industrial relationship between the two countries. According to him, this cooperation helps safeguard both nations’ security interests.

He also commended India’s stand against CCP-controlled technology platforms. The statement highlighted India’s 2020 ban on TikTok and other Chinese apps following the Galwan Valley clashes. Moolenaar stressed that India was playing a global leadership role in countering malign Chinese influence.

Discussions also covered the Quad security partnership and broader strategies to counter Beijing’s expansionist policies. The meeting followed Ambassador Kwatra’s talks at the Pentagon with US Undersecretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby. Both sides called the engagements productive and reaffirmed their commitment to deepening defense cooperation. Officials expressed confidence that the partnership would continue to grow on shared values and strategic interests.

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Hagerty said the weapon “literally melted” Indian troops during the confrontation. His statement came soon after Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping at the SCO Summit in Tianjin. The timing of the allegation created alarm in Washington.

Former US President Donald Trump also weighed in. He initially claimed that America had “lost India to darkest China.” Later, he called India an important partner and described Modi as a “very good friend.” Trump’s comments came even as his administration imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods and penalties for buying Russian oil.

India-China relations remain tense since the Galwan Valley clash in June 2020. The clash left 20 Indian soldiers dead. Reports suggested Chinese losses were higher, though Beijing gave no details. The violent standoff was the worst in 45 years and pushed ties to a historic low. Hagerty’s statement has revived global focus on the border conflict and its lasting impact on the region.

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