India has responded to the Trump administration’s decision to suspend the employment-based Green Card process for several major technology companies, saying restrictions on skilled talent mobility do not serve New Delhi and Washington's shared interests.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in a statement on Thursday, said it was aware of the US decision and was closely monitoring the developments.

It also underlined the distinction between the Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme and the H-1B visa system, clarifying that the suspension would not automatically affect existing H-1B visas or the immigration status of their holders and dependents.

However, the MEA acknowledged that the move could affect the permanent residency prospects of eligible employees working for the companies concerned.

Emphasising the economic benefits of cross-border talent mobility, the ministry said skilled Indian professionals contribute to opportunities and growth in both countries.

It noted that their expertise supports American companies through innovation, research, productivity, competitiveness and job creation, while also generating shareholder value in the United States.

The statement stressed that the movement of skilled professionals represents a significant area of mutual benefit for India and the US.

Against this backdrop, the ministry said Washington's latest measures do not advance the two countries' shared ambitions.

The Trump administration announced the suspension on Thursday, targeting multiple technology companies, including Microsoft, over alleged widespread abuse of the worker visa system, according to a Bloomberg report.

The development has raised concerns over the implications for eligible employees seeking permanent residency in the US, even as the MEA clarified that the measure is distinct from the existing H-1B visa framework.