Secretary of State Marco Rubio made statements on two key policy areas during his visit to India, addressing both maritime security concerns and U.S. immigration policy.

Regarding maritime security, Rubio stated that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open "one way or the other," though the context and specific details of his remarks were not immediately clear from available reports.

During a news conference in New Delhi, Rubio also addressed concerns from Indian officials about potential U.S. visa restrictions under the Trump administration. He emphasized that any immigration policy changes would follow an "America First" approach but clarified that such reforms would not specifically target India.

Rubio explained that Trump's immigration reforms are designed to be applied globally rather than directed at any particular country. The comments came as part of broader discussions during his diplomatic visit to India, one of the United States' key strategic partners in the Indo-Pacific region.

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical maritime chokepoint through which a significant portion of global oil shipments pass, making its security a priority for international commerce and energy markets.