Ahmedabad: U.S. Ambassador Nancy J. Powell today met with Chief Minister Narendra Modi in Gandhinagar.  This meeting was part of the US Mission’s outreach to senior leaders of India’s major political parties in advance of the upcoming national elections.  During her visit to Gujarat, Ambassador Powell will meet with representatives from non-governmental organisations and US and Indian businesses. Her discussions focus on the importance of the US-India relationship, regional security issues, human rights, and American trade and investment in India.  Â
The US and India are moving forward with a strategic partnership that is broad and deep.  Starting last November, Ambassador Powell has shared and listened to views on the US-India relationship.  She continues to emphasise that the US-India partnership is important and strategic, and that the US looks forward to working closely with the government that the Indian people choose in the upcoming elections.