India, a nuclear responsible country: US

Thiruvanthapuram, Oct 28: Speaking at a conference, US foreign policy expert, Stephen P Cohen stated that the country looked at India as a nuclear responsible country and India's economic power helped the relationship between the two countries.

Cohen on Oct 27 claimed, "the rise of India as a major economic power that has pushed US to strengthen its relationship with India. The US policy makers looked India as a nuclear responsible country."

"The visit of President Obama would be important for both countries as it will further strengthen the relationship between them," he added.

During his speech, Cohen also stated that India also deserved a permanent membership in the UN Security Council.

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