Balanced News: Modi, Biden pledge to deepen India-U.S. partnership as world leaders descend on Delhi for G20 summit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Joe Biden have pledged to deepen the partnership between their countries during their second bilateral meeting ahead of the G20 summit in Delhi. The leaders issued a 29-point statement emphasizing their relationship and collaboration in areas such as technology, defense, energy, and climate. They also expressed support for the Quad, an informal security alignment of Australia, India, Japan, and the U.S., in promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific. The G20 summit, which focuses on inclusive and sustainable growth, is an opportunity for India to showcase its geopolitical importance.