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Updated: 2:49 AM PKT — June 23, 2026

Recent analyses suggest a shift in the United States’ strategic focus in South Asia, with some observers noting a move away from a perceived partnership with India. According to a report in the Indian publication First Post, India is facing increasing global isolation, and its hope for a strong alliance with the US appears to be diminishing.

The report suggests the US is distancing itself from the Indian Ocean region and its strategic partnership with India. This follows comments from US official Christopher Landau, who had previously stated that the US does not want to provide India with enough economic opportunities to become a major competitor to American industry and trade in the future. Some experts believe Pakistan’s effective regional role and strategic importance have allowed it to gain a prominent position on the global stage.