Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump met in Washington to reinforce the growing India-US partnership across multiple sectors, including trade, defense, and energy. The talks covered a broad spectrum of strategic interests, highlighting deeper economic ties and shared global commitments.
One of the primary discussions centered on nuclear energy, where both leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation in atomic power. The US pledged to support India’s nuclear ambitions by enabling large-scale localization of American-designed reactors. Additionally, they welcomed India’s budgetary changes aimed at amending nuclear liability laws, which would facilitate collaboration between Indian and American firms in reactor production and deployment.
Trade relations were another focal point, with both leaders setting an ambitious goal of doubling bilateral trade to reach $500 billion by 2030. Modi emphasized the commitment to concluding a mutually beneficial trade agreement soon, ensuring expanded market access and investment opportunities for both nations.
On the defense front, Trump announced that the US would significantly increase military sales to India, including the potential delivery of F-35 stealth fighter jets. This move would bring India’s defense capabilities in line with select NATO allies, reinforcing its strategic position in the Indo-Pacific region. The US President emphasized that billions of dollars in defense agreements were on the horizon, strengthening military cooperation between the two countries.
During the discussions, PM Modi introduced a new slogan, “MIGA” (Make India Great Again), drawing inspiration from Trump’s “MAGA” campaign. He highlighted India’s vision for development and economic growth, positioning the India-US relationship as a key driver of global prosperity.
The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict was also addressed, with Modi reaffirming India’s stance on peace and diplomacy. He dismissed claims of India’s neutrality, asserting that the country firmly stands for a peaceful resolution through negotiations.
Additionally, both nations agreed to collaborate on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), a trade route designed to connect India, Israel, Italy, and the US. Trump described this initiative as one of history’s greatest trade routes, emphasizing significant investments to enhance global trade infrastructure.
The Modi-Trump meeting underscored the strengthening of India-US ties, paving the way for deeper cooperation in global trade, defense, and energy security.
