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US senator says he carries phone to India not China
Hindustan Times··1 Jul
US Senator Steve Daines said at the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum Leadership Summit that he leaves his phone in Washington when travelling to China but carries it to India. The Montana Republican described the contrast as an example of India being a highly trusted ally. He spoke July 1 at the Washington summit on US-India strategic ties.
Prism
What It Means For You
- US-India tech cooperation is framed as a high-trust partnership.
- American officials treat China travel with stricter device security.
- Bilateral ties are positioned as a global strategic counterbalance.
What's Happening
- Senator Steve Daines spoke at a USISPF summit July 1.
- He contrasted phone practices on India and China visits.
- He praised India as a trusted ally and friend.
Strategic Context
- Daines is a senior Republican senator from Montana.
- US officials warn of espionage risks during China travel.
- Washington is deepening defence and technology ties with India.
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