U.S. Vice President JD Vance has called for greater collaboration with India in sectors such as defense, energy and technology

Vice President JD Vance pushed for stronger ties between the US and India across a range of areas from energy to defense, in remarks delivered during a four-day trip to the South Asian country that brought the two nations closer to a trade deal.

Vice President Vance on Tuesday hailed progress on trade talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing optimism about a deal with India as it tries to avoid being hit with hefty tariffs from President Trump.