The two sides had detailed and productive discussions. There was greater clarity on the issues under discussion. Progress has been made.
Both sides agreed that India and Bangladesh have been victims of terrorism and should join hands in fighting the scourge...both agreed that terrorism, by its very nature, was disadvantage for both and should be fought through collaboration.
The statement also commits the US, in the meantime, to encourage its partners to consider India's request for such fuel supplies expeditiously.
The two sides had a comprehensive review of bilateral relations, and agreed to continue cooperation in all areas of mutual interest and benefit, including in the energy field.
The visit is significant in view of the strategic partnership between the two countries.
The fuel will permit TAPS 1&2, already under international safeguards, to continue producing nuclear power for the power grid.
This supply of fuel will enable the plant to continue to operate in safety and provide much-needed electricity to the western power grid of the country.
They reaffirmed their commitment to the Iran-Pakistan-India gas pipeline and an early ratification of the LNG deal already signed between the two countries.
This was a friendly and cordial meeting in which the Iranian vice-president said that bilateral trade does not reflect the full potential of economic relations between the two countries.
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