Historic Meeting Between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi: Focus on Trade and Global Cooperation
U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met at the White House for a high-level discussion on bilateral trade
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Washington D.C., – U.S. President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met at the White House for a high-level discussion on bilateral trade, energy cooperation, and global issues.
Emphasis on Trade and Energy Cooperation
President Trump described the meeting as “special” and announced that India would purchase large quantities of oil and gas from the United States. He emphasized that the U.S. has the world's largest reserves of oil and gas, which India needs, and both leaders committed to strengthening trade relations.
Prime Minister Modi’s Response and Congratulations
Prime Minister Modi congratulated President Trump on his historic victory and reiterated his commitment to deepening India-U.S. ties. He highlighted that he recently secured a third consecutive term in office, a feat unprecedented in the last 60 years of Indian politics. Modi expressed confidence that cooperation between the two nations would accelerate in the coming years.
Recalling the Ahmedabad and Houston Events
Prime Minister Modi recalled the 2020 “Namaste Trump” event in Ahmedabad and the “Howdy Modi” event in Houston, describing them as milestones in India-U.S. friendship. He noted that these events had left a lasting impact and continue to resonate in India and around the world.
Discussion on the Russia-Ukraine War
The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war was also a key topic of discussion. Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s commitment to peace through dialogue and diplomacy. He recalled telling President Putin that “this is not the era of war.” President Trump shared his recent efforts in mediating the conflict, including phone conversations with both President Putin and President Zelensky, and expressed optimism about a peaceful resolution.
Future Strategy and Partnership
Both leaders agreed to further strengthen India-U.S. relations in the coming years. Prime Minister Modi stated that just as he has committed to doubling India’s growth momentum in his third term, he expects India-U.S. relations to advance at a similar pace.
At the conclusion of the meeting, President Trump praised Prime Minister Modi’s leadership and acknowledged India’s progress under his governance. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to global peace, trade, and strategic partnership.
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