Jaishankar discusses current bilateral issues with the US Secretary of State.
The discussion between India and the United States comes as both countries prepare for the next round of "two plus two" Foreign and Defence Ministerial talks.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had a telephonic conversation with US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, covering a range of bilateral and global issues, including the situation in the Indo Pacific region. Both sides also exchanged New Year greetings.
The discussion between India and the United States comes when both countries prepare for the next round of the 2+2 Foreign and Defence Ministerial Meetings. The "two plus two" discussion is expected to happen later this month or in Feb. in Washington, US.