Clinton,Manmohan to discuss bilateral,global issues

8220;I think that regional issues will be very important,particularly since the Secretary has just come back from Afghanistan,so they8217;ll want to talk about issues related to South Asia,8221; Kelly said.

8220;She will want to talk about the State Department8217;s role in Strategic Dialogue with India,so we will want to get into more detail on how we carry through with that. And a whole range of diplomatic issues,8221; he said in response to a question.

The Prime Minister arrives in Washington Sunday on a five-day visit as the First State Guest of the US President,Barack Obama.

The State Dinner is scheduled for Tuesday evening; soon after his ceremonial welcome at the White House and the first meeting between the two leaders; followed by a press conference.