shot-button
Subscription Subscription
Home > News > India News > Article > US defence secretary meets Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar

US defence secretary meets Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar

Updated on: 03 June,2015 04:30 PM IST  | 
PTI |

On a three-day visit to India, US Defence Secretary Ashton Carter on Wednesday met Indian Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar

US defence secretary meets Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar

New Delhi: On a three-day visit to India, US Defence Secretary Ashton Carter on Wednesday met Indian Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar.


The meeting took place at South Block after Carter, heading a high-level delegation, laid a wreath at the Amar Jawan Jyoti memorial at India Gate, the World War I monument.


He is scheduled to call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and meet External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Wednesday.


This is Carter's first visit to India as defence secretary.

Carter, who arrived in Visakhapatnam on Tuesday, has visited the Eastern Naval Command and the indigenous stealth frigate, INS Sahyadri.

"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!


Mid-Day Web Stories

Mid-Day Web Stories

This website uses cookie or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. OK