At the Hudson Institute's The New India Conference, Kenneth Juster, the former US Ambassador to India, discussed the implications of improving Pakistan-US relations on India's approach to future terrorist attacks. He noted that Pakistan's successful engagement with the US administration could lead to a shift in India's strategic decision-making. Juster highlighted that India's response to potential cross-border terrorism may be influenced by doubts regarding America's support for a robust response against terrorist groups operating from Pakistan. Reflecting on his experiences during previous escalations like the Pulwama and Balakot incidents, he expressed concerns that India's strategy might be constrained by the evolving US-Pakistan dynamic. Despite this, Juster underscored the importance of a strong US-India partnership, citing India's significant population, market potential, and military growth as vital factors in global geopolitics. He called for both nations to enhance their bilateral relationship for mutual benefit, emphasizing that the US's constructive role in India's development is essential.