India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar visits United States for Critical Minerals Ministerial from 2 to 5 February 2026

Key facts

• External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar embarked on a three-day visit to the United States (US) from 2 February to 5 February 2026.
• The EAM will participate in the Critical Minerals Ministerial convened by the US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio.
• The ministerial meeting focuses on supply chain resilience, clean energy transitions, and strategic cooperation in critical minerals.
• S. Jaishankar is expected to hold a bilateral meeting with Marco Rubio to discuss a proposed trade deal and address the downturn in strategic relations.
• The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that the visit includes meetings with senior members of the US administration.
• Earlier on 29 January 2026, the EAM held talks with the US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, covering defence, trade, and critical minerals.