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Secretary of State Marco Rubio departed Washington for his thirty‑first overseas trip, heading first to Uzbekistan and then to India. The journey follows a series of visits to Iceland, Greece, and Portugal earlier this month, underscoring a broader U.S. strategy to engage Central Asian nations. While critics question whether his focus on distant regions diverts attention from pressing domestic issues, supporters argue the trip aims to secure critical minerals, energy resources, and new transport corridors. Rubio’s itinerary includes meetings with business leaders in Mumbai and Jamnagar, where he will discuss investment opportunities and trade partnerships. The visit arrives as the United States seeks to counterbalance Russian and Chinese influence in the region, positioning itself as a key partner for Central Asian stability and economic growth.

By Claire D. | JQJO News