United States/India: US Recognizes India as Emerging Power in Asia.

Section: General News - One of the highlights of talks earlier this month in Washington between the U.S. and India was the Obama administration's description of India as an emerging power not just in South Asia but thoughout Asia. A joint statement issued after the talks said Washington welcomes India's leadership role in helping to shape the rise of a stable, peaceful and prosperous Asia. Some analysts say this could sharpen the existing rivalry between India and China and determine Asia's future.

"India is a leader in Asia and around the world," said President Barack Obama. "It's a rising power and a responsible global power." President Barack Obama at the India/US Strategic …