Decoding the India-US joint statement
ON PAKISTAN
What it says: Unambiguous in blaming Pak for cross-border terror
What it means: Strong message to Pak that Trump administration takes issue seriously, but unclear what it would do if it doesn’t rein in terror outfits
ON CHINA
What it says: Connectivity projects should ‘ensure respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity’ What it means: Two sides can find common ground against Chinese infra and maritime plans in Asia
ON DEFENCE
What it says: Security cooperation to be deepened What it means: Continuity in military ties and defence business will probably grow in coming years
ON TRADE
What it says: Calls for increasing free and fair trade What it means: Trump promised US exports would expand, so will push for greater market access to bridge a $31 billion trade deficit
ON IMMIGRATION
What it says: Silent on H-1B visa
What it means: India will have to engage with various stakeholders to clear misgivings about American job losses
ON CLIMATE CHANGE
What it says: Rational approach to climate policy, energy security needs
What it means: India needs to work to get US to keep its commitment to India’s renewable power goal