Understand in 10 points how much benefit Biden-Harris pair did for India

Joe Biden's entry into the White House is now almost certain. It remains to be seen whether President Biden will follow the path of the old presidents or formulate his own new policies. From the Indian point of view, there are some areas where they will follow the current President Donald Trump and in some they can change. Defense, strategic and security ties between India and the United States have been strong since 2000. This trend is expected to continue in the Biden administration as well. But there are two groups in the Biden camp about China, which could have an impact on India. Let's try to understand what the Biden administration's attitude towards India might be.

Kamala Harris's big role in making policies

Joe Biden is accompanied by Kamala Harris, who will become vice president. That could play a big role in policy matters, as Bide has indicated he will only run for president for one term. Harris could be the presidential candidate in 2024, so his views on various issues become very important.

How will one face similar global problems?

Bide approached Indian-Americans during his election campaign. He is a liberal thinker for India. Now that the relationship between the US and India has become institutionalized, it will be difficult to make major changes. "We cannot face the same global challenges without India. Strengthening and deepening ties with India is our priority," said Anthony Blink, Biden's chief strategist.

What will happen to defense and security?

The defense, strategic and security relations between the Biden administration and India are likely to move in the same direction as they have been since 2000. Regardless of the governments in India and the United States, their policies on these issues have been the same. Another major reason for this is that the troubled United States has learned a lesson from a terrorist country like Pakistan in South Asia and is looking for another ally for which India is the best option.

What will be the relationship with China?

Team Biden has differences over China. Its impact will also be felt on Indo-US and Indo-China relations. Some of Biden's advisers have a Trump-like view of China. The rest say it is impossible to separate the American and Chinese economies, so there can be separation in the areas of national security and critical technology, nothing more.

What will be the mood in Indo-Pacific?

The Biden camp has not yet clarified its strategy for the Indo-Pacific region. As this sector is at the heart of Indian foreign policy, it needs to be monitored by Indian experts.

What will Biden's mood be like in business?

India-US trade relations will continue to suffer, even if it is in power. Even during the Obama administration, there was tension in New Delhi and Washington. Even under the Biden administration, India is unlikely to have a special trade relationship. In addition, Biden has his own version of 'Make America Great Again'. Biden's top adviser, Bill Turnes, has said that "American foreign policy must first support the redevelopment of the domestic market."

Biden's stand on human rights abuses?

The Biden administration can keep a close eye on human rights violations in India. Apart from this, Hindu authoritarianism can also be considered in the case of Jammu and Kashmir. These cases against India could gain momentum in a Democrat-filled Congress. However, even before Barack Obama, the Democratic Party was dominant in the Congress and at that time most of the Democrats had a lukewarm attitude towards the Modi government.

Attitude towards Afghanistan?

Biden himself proposed that the U.S. The army will remain in Afghanistan only for counter-terrorism operations. In that sense, it is possible Trump withdrew his order to withdraw troops. US Afghan policy is becoming very important for India. In the eyes of Pakistan, which is always ready to sabotage Kashmir, it is important for India to know and understand the situation between the Taliban and the US in Afghanistan.

What will be the policy on H-1B visa issue?

The chances of an H-1B visa returning to its old form are slim. Although it may affect Indians, the way the epidemic has promoted work from home and remote working culture will have less impact on Indians. In general, China is next in the US to take advantage of H-1B visas, followed by Indians. Uncle Sam's dream has been shattered by the change in this rule.

What will happen to the Paris Agreement?

Biden will definitely bring America back to the Paris Climate Agreement. But India may be besieged by the Biden administration over its use of coal. Even when the issue was a major issue between the two countries during the Obama administration, India made it clear that the global community should give India some concessions, given India's population and its energy needs, as well as technological assistance for clean energy production.