What is the 2+2 Dialogue?
The India–U.S. 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue is the highest-level institutional mechanism between the two countries.
It involves the Indian Defence Minister and External Affairs Minister meeting with the U.S. Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense.
The dialogue was first held in 2018 and reflects growing strategic, defense, and security cooperation.
Key Highlights of the Latest Dialogue
Defense Cooperation
Talks on co-production of fighter jet engines, drones, and naval technologies.
Strengthening the Indo-Pacific security architecture to counter China’s influence.
Expansion of logistics sharing agreements and joint exercises like Yudh Abhyas, Malabar.
Geopolitical Context
Dialogue comes amid rising U.S.–China tensions and concerns over Russia–Ukraine war.
India balances its strategic autonomy, continuing ties with Russia while deepening U.S. defense ties.
Technology & Trade
Cooperation on semiconductors, critical minerals, and 5G/6G technologies.
Addressing concerns over tariffs and trade barriers (linked to recent U.S. tariff policies).
Regional Security
Indo-Pacific focus, with both sides emphasizing a free, open, and rules-based order.
Growing coordination in the Quad grouping (India, U.S., Japan, Australia).
Why Important for UPSC?
IR & Security: Strengthens India’s position in Indo-Pacific strategy.
Economy: Talks on trade, investment, and supply chain resilience.
GS Paper 2 (IR): Bilateral relations, role of 2+2 dialogue.
GS Paper 3 (Security/Defense): Tech transfers, defense production.
Quick Facts for Prelims
First India–U.S. 2+2 Dialogue: 2018, New Delhi.
Other 2+2 partners with India: Japan, Australia, Russia.
Recent context: Dialogue amid tensions over U.S. tariffs, China’s assertiveness, and global supply chain disruptions.
UPSC Tip: Prepare a comparative note on India–U.S. 2+2 vs India–Russia IR consultations to highlight India’s multi-alignment strategy
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