US, India discussed advancing defense ties during Biden aide's visit -White House

FILE PHOTO: U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington, U.S., April 24, 2023. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque/File Photo

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and his Indian counterpart discussed steps to advance the two countries' strategic technology and defense partnership during a visit by Sullivan to New Delhi this week, the White House said on Thursday.

The two also discussed preparations for an upcoming visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Washington, and unveiled a roadmap for bilateral cooperation, the White House said in a statement.