On November 6, 2025, India Foundation had hosted an interactive session with a visiting delegation from the Center for a New American Security (CNAS), a prominent think tank based in Washington, D.C. The delegation was notably led by Mr. Richard Fontaine, the President of CNAS.
The gathering was structured as a closed-door discussion, ensuring a candid and focused exchange of perspectives. The participants included a select group of subject experts from India—academics, former diplomats, strategic analysts, and policy practitioners—who possess deep insights into international relations, security, and strategic affairs.
The core focus of the session was a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of the evolution of US-India relations over the years. The discussions focused on the historical development of the partnership, exploring key turning points, shared obstacles, and the elements that have been instrumental in elevating the relationship from a historically distant one to a “Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership,” alongside an analysis of current issues of mutual significance. The dialogue aimed to foster mutual understanding and identify pathways for future collaboration in an increasingly complex global order.
