On 27th April 2010, the Solicitor General of India, Gopal Subramanium along with the Ambassador of India to the United States, Meera Shankar met with the Attorney General of the United States, Eric Holder and other Department of Justice representatives, followed by detailed discussions.

The discussions have resulted in a mutual commitment that there would be the best possible cooperation in our common fight against terrorism. The two partners agreed to take suitable steps to bring about direct access by Indian authorities to David Headley as soon as possible.

The partnership between India and the United States recognizes the high priority to be accorded to each country’s national security. Both countries recognized the need for the investigations to reach a fruitful and successful outcome.