Clinton's Scoreboard

A quick assessment of how the American President scores on key issues of concern to both nations during his visit. Outlook rates him on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the highest level of satisfaction.

Updated on: 23 January 2024 5:06 pm

Political Ties: Regular summits, annual foreign policy and security dialogues	7
Business Ties: Progress but no big deals are signed, and major CEOs skip visit	5
CTBT:Indian position appreciated but pressure to sign the treaty	5
POSITION ON LOC: Reiteration of the line's sanctity, slight pro-India tilt.	6
POSITION ON KASHMIR:No mediation, but willing to help facilitate dialogue	6
TERRORISM: Indian workers acknowledged, Palkistan warned.	7
STRATEGIC TIE-UPS: Envisaged in Vision Statement, but unlikely soon.	5
ENVIRONMENT: Massive loans and grants mainly for clean air and energy	6
SANCTIONS: Many lifted but dual-use technology will still not be available to India	4
PERSONAL CHARM FACTOR: Fantastic: Easygoing body language had everyone gushing	9
TOTAL SCORE (Out of 100)	60
Slightly above average, though foundation laid for far greater political and economic interaction