Rubio Visits Mumbai to Discuss Trade Deal with India
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Indian officials in Mumbai to discuss a pending trade agreement and India's energy diversification.
Key facts
- Rubio landed in Mumbai for his second official visit to India this year.
- He met Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar at 4 p.m. local time.
- Rubio said India has made substantial progress in reducing Russian oil imports.
- He said the U.S.–India trade agreement is "very very close" with only a few items left.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Mumbai on 20 October 2026 for a two‑day visit, his second official trip to India this year. The Ministry of External Affairs said he would meet Indian officials at 4 p.m. local time. He was expected to meet Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar and billionaire Mukesh Ambani.
During the meeting, Rubio met Foreign Minister Jaishankar. The two leaders discussed the status of a trade agreement that has been in negotiation for several months. Rubio said the agreement is "very very close" and that only a small number of items remain to be finalized.
Rubio also commented on India’s energy policy. He said the country has made substantial progress in reducing its reliance on Russian oil imports. He added that India’s desire to diversify its energy portfolio is a smart move, according to the U.S. secretary of state.
The visit included a tribute to the 26/11 memorial at Taj Palace hotel and attendance at a U.S. event. Rubio was expected to meet other business leaders during his stay. The meetings were part of the visit.
Context
India has been negotiating a trade agreement with the United States for several months. The agreement aims to reduce trade barriers and increase economic cooperation. India is also working to diversify its energy sources away from Russian imports.
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