New Delhi:
A high-level meeting was held on January 27, 2026, between Indian officials and a delegation from the United States to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, with a focus on hydrocarbons and geothermal energy.
The U.S. delegation was led by Kyle Haustveit, Assistant Secretary for Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy at the U.S. Department of Energy. The Indian side was represented by Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Shri Vikram Dev Dutt, along with Additional Secretaries Ms Rupinder Brar and Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha. Senior officials from the Ministry of Coal were also present during the discussions.
The deliberations focused on expanding collaboration across hydrocarbons and geothermal energy, fostering technology partnerships, and encouraging greater institutional engagement between the two countries. Both sides discussed avenues for advancing clean energy pathways while ensuring long-term energy security through sustainable and resilient energy frameworks.
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Key areas of discussion included knowledge exchange, strengthening institutional linkages, and leveraging technological innovation to support the transition towards cleaner energy solutions. The dialogue also highlighted the importance of resilient energy systems to meet future demand while addressing climate and sustainability goals.
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The meeting reflects the growing strategic alignment between India and the United States in the energy domain, as both countries seek to enhance cooperation across traditional and emerging energy sectors. The engagement reinforces shared priorities of energy security, technological collaboration, and sustainable development.