Vinay Mohan Kwatra: India's New Ambassador to the US

India has appointed Vinay Mohan Kwatra as its new Ambassador to the US, succeeding Taranjit Singh Sandhu who retired earlier this year. Kwatra has 32 years of diplomatic experience and has served as India's Ambassador to France and Nepal.

Appointment and Arrival

Vinay Mohan Kwatra, 61, arrived in Washington, DC on Monday as India's new Ambassador to the US
He succeeds Taranjit Singh Sandhu, who retired earlier this year
Kwatra assumed charge on Tuesday, expressing commitment to strengthening India-US partnership
The position had been vacant for six months following Sandhu's retirement

Kwatra's Background and Experience

Former Indian Foreign Secretary, retired on July 14, 2023
Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer from the 1988 batch
Previously served as India's Ambassador to France and Nepal
Held positions as Minister of Commerce in the Indian Embassy in Washington, DC (2010-2013)
Led Policy Planning & Research Division and Americas Division in Ministry of External Affairs
Nearly 32 years of diplomatic experience in various roles

US-India Relations

Kwatra takes charge at a time when US-India relations are at a peak
White House Press Secretary highlighted the importance of US-India relationship
Collaboration on critical priorities, including the QUAD and emerging technologies
US aims to expand its "critically important partnership" with India

Reactions and Welcome

Charge D'Affaires Sripriya Ranganathan welcomed Kwatra on social media
US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) extended a warm welcome
Eminent Indian Americans gathered at Dulles International Airport to greet him
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar praised Kwatra's contributions to India's foreign policy and national security

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