New Delhi, Sept. 3 -- Former US adviser Mary Kissel highlighted India's vital role in the partnership with the United States, mentioning that Washington relies on New Delhi's support to counter Beijing's increasing influence in the region.

In an interview with Fox News, Kissel, a senior adviser to former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, emphasised the importance of a strong India-US partnership amid economic strains. These tensions are mainly driven by the 50 per cent tariff on Indian imports imposed by the Donald Trump administration, which includes a 25 per cent tariff due to Russian crude oil purchases.

"If we are really serious about considering Communist China the greatest threat to the United States and our way of life, we need Ind...