A high-level United States delegation held talks with Indian oil companies and industry leaders to expand imports of American hydrocarbons and civil nuclear energy technologies, reinforcing energy trade ties at India Energy Week (IEW) 2026.
During the discussions in Goa, the US delegation, led by Acting Consul General Mike Schreuder, emphasised a commitment to deepening the US–India energy partnership, with a focus on expanding reliable American energy exports, strengthening infrastructure cooperation and advancing energy technology collaboration.
“Our cooperation is centred on action — expanding reliable American energy exports, promoting transparent and market-driven growth, and supporting affordable, dependable energy supplies,” Schreuder said, underlining the strategic economic significance of the relationship.
Hydrocarbons and Nuclear Export Prospects
The delegation met senior officials from Indian national oil companies and other industry players to explore possibilities for increased imports of US hydrocarbons — including crude oil, LNG (liquefied natural gas) and LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) — as well as civil nuclear energy technologies. The US currently supplies around 10 % of India’s LPG demand, and discussions included opportunities to expand long-term contracts for US crude oil and LNG deliveries.
The talks come as India seeks to scale up its civil nuclear power capacity and diversify energy supplies to meet growing domestic demand, with private sector participation now being encouraged in both hydrocarbon and nuclear sectors. US companies — with a strong track record in global nuclear energy projects — have positioned themselves to support India’s expanding nuclear ambitions.
Strategic Partnership and Future Growth
Officials highlighted that stronger energy trade and technology cooperation can enhance energy security for both countries, create jobs, and build resilient supply chains. The engagements at IEW 2026 signal a continued push to deepen commercial and strategic ties in energy, part of a broader partnership that has gained momentum in recent years.
