Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as U.S. tries to reset strained ties

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• Rubio arrives in India ahead of Quad talks as U.S. tries to reset strained ties toggle caption Julia Demaree Nikhinson/Pool AP NEW DELHI — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in India on Saturday ahead of a meeting next week with his counterparts from India, Australia, and Japan, members of the Indo-Pacific strategic alliance known as the Quad.
• Rubio's first official trip to India comes as Washington seeks to stabilize relations with New Delhi after ties soured over President Donald Trump's tariff policies, which raised duties on several Indian exports.
• Much of Rubio's four-day visit, however, will focus on a multi-city tour, along with a gala reception in New Delhi marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
• "There's a lot to work on with India, they're a great ally and partner.
• We do a lot of good work with them so this is an important trip," Rubio said ahead...