The Senior Officers Meeting of the India-US Homeland Security Dialogue was held on Wednesday in virtual mode. The meeting was co-chaired by Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla and Under Secretary for Strategy, Policy and Plans, Department of Homeland Security, Government of USA, Robert Silvers. During the meeting, both sides reviewed the ongoing cooperation and identified further steps that can be taken to explore opportunities and synergies in advancing cooperation in counter-terrorism, cyber security, securing critical infrastructure, maritime security and aviation security among other issues.<br />'' <br />''During the meeting, both sides agreed that the existing sub-groups under the Homeland Security Dialogue on law enforcement engagement, securing global supply chains, investigative cooperation, and capacity building would meet separately in the coming months. It will deliberate and explore how ongoing cooperation can be strengthened further.<br />'' <br />''The meeting concluded with both sides expressing satisfaction with the ongoing partnership and agreeing to deepen bilateral engagement and collaboration in all areas of mutual concern.<br />'' <br />''<span style="color: #222222;">The two sides look forward to holding the Ministerial-level Homeland Security Dialogue later this year.</span><br />