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Immediate Release

Readout of Secretary Hagel's Meeting with Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval

Pentagon Press Secretary Rear Admiral John Kirby provided the following readout:
 

This morning Secretary Hagel hosted at the Pentagon Indian National Security Advisor Doval. In their discussion they emphasized U.S.-India common security interests, their commitment to the strategic partnership and future areas of security cooperation.
 

The two leaders also discussed recent developments in Afghanistan and the need to continue to cooperate on security and development in the region.
 

Secretary Hagel conveyed that the prime minister's visit had been a great success and has laid the foundation for deepening cooperation between the two countries.