Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump announced that he will meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi next week, praising Modi as “fantastic” while also labeling India as a “very big abuser” in terms of trade policies with the U.S. Trump did not provide specifics about the meeting, but mentioned that Modi is scheduled to visit the U.S. from September 21 to 23 to attend the Quad Leaders’ Summit and speak at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
During Modi’s state visit to Washington in June 2023, the U.S. and India signed various technology and defense deals, signaling a strengthening of bilateral relations. This collaboration has continued to deepen, with the U.S. Department of State partnering with India’s electronics and IT government body to enhance the semiconductor value chain globally. Both countries are working together to expand India’s semiconductor industry for their mutual benefit.
Trump’s upcoming meeting with Modi comes amidst growing cooperation between the U.S. and India, with the U.S. being India’s second-largest trading partner. This visit will be Modi’s first to the U.S. since winning his third term in office in June. The details of Trump’s meeting with Modi and the potential discussions about trade, technology, and defense remain to be seen.
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