Ahead of his visit to India from May 23 to May 26, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the United States' commitment to supplying India with as much energy as it is willing to purchase. Describing India as a 'great ally and partner,' Rubio highlighted the importance of strengthening cooperation between the two nations across various sectors. During his visit, he plans to engage with ministers from the Quad grouping, which includes Australia, Japan, and India, reinforcing regional collaboration. Rubio's trip is significant as it marks the first visit by a US Secretary of State to Kolkata in nearly 14 years, with the last being Hillary Clinton in 2012. Amid concerns about global energy supplies due to the ongoing US-Iran conflict, Rubio stated that the US is at historic levels of energy production and export. He also mentioned potential discussions regarding Venezuelan oil, coinciding with the expected visit of Venezuela's interim president to India. The Quad meeting on May 26 is anticipated to address these energy concerns and further solidify the partnership between the US and India.