Modi's US Visit: Energy Cooperation Takes Center Stage

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Washington on February 12-13 is expected to boost US-India energy cooperation. With President Trump's recent executive order allowing new LNG export permits, Indian oil and gas companies are actively seeking increased LNG imports from the US. Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri emphasized the possibility of more US energy exports to India, aligning with Trump's goal of maximizing oil and gas production. The visit aims to strengthen the US-India partnership in technology, trade, defense, and energy sectors. Discussions on long-term LNG contracts and increased crude oil imports are likely to feature prominently in the talks.

Sources: Business Standard, Indian Express, CNBC TV18