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Trump and Modi Strengthen U.S.-India Ties with Major Defense and Trade Agreements

President Trump and Prime Minister Modi have agreed to enhance defense cooperation and increase bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030, addressing security and tariffs.

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New Delhi also needs US weapons to complete its ambitious and costly plan to modernise its military over the next decade.
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The lofty target of $500 billion in trade could be achievable.
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Modi met with Trump at the White House, where the world leaders discussed a range of issues, including trade, the economic relationship between India and the United States and military sales.
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The United States is India’s largest trade partner.
Trump, Modi Commit to Boosting Trade and Defense Ties
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Trump and Modi have developed a personal rapport over the years, despite friction over trade.
Trump announces energy deal with India after Modi talks
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When you put tariffs and new prices on products being shipped in, American businesses pay those fees and it costs either the consumer here in America or the U.S. business more money.
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Feb 14th, 2025, 12:03 AM ET

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During their recent meeting, President Trump and Prime Minister Modi emphasized a renewed U.S.-India partnership, pledging to ramp up military sales, including F-35 fighter jets, and significantly increase bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030. They addressed security issues, notably the threat of terrorism, with Trump agreeing to expedite the extradition of a suspect in the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Both leaders discussed energy cooperation to narrow trade deficits and explore collaborations in space and technology, despite ongoing tariff tensions. Modi's appeal to avoid U.S. tariffs was central to their talks, showcasing a strategic alliance against China's influence.

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