# US Secretary of State Rubio made the announcement while inaugurating the US Embassy Support Annex Building in New Delhi.

*business · news · 2026-05-23 · The Financial Express*

## Key points

- The US introduced an 'America First' visa schedule prioritizing business professionals who strengthen US-India ties.
- A new US Embassy Support Annex in New Delhi will streamline and accelerate consular and visa operations.
- The Mission 500 initiative targets doubling US-India trade to $500 billion by 2030.
- Rubio's visit marks his first as Secretary of State, highlighting India's role in US Indo-Pacific strategy.
- Prime Minister Modi has been formally invited to the White House by Rubio on Trump's behalf.

**Countries:** United States, India

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