n January 22, 2025, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar discussed concerns about irregular migration, as stated by the U.S. State Department. This conversation follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders aimed at curbing illegal immigration and deporting millions of undocumented immigrants. India is reportedly ready to collaborate with the Trump administration to identify and repatriate approximately 18,000 Indian citizens living illegally in the U.S. Secretary Rubio also highlighted a desire to strengthen economic ties with India. Moreover, the discussion touched on the significance of skilled professional movement, particularly regarding the H-1B visa program, which India argues benefits both nations. Despite some opposition, Trump and his supporter Elon Musk have shown backing for the H-1B visa program, essential for India’s IT professionals who make up a significant portion of visa recipients.
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