Narendra Modi and Donald Trump to Meet Amid Stronger International Partnership
A Valuable Opportunity to Engage the New Administration
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet President Donald Trump during a trip to the US next week, the foreign ministry in New Delhi said today. Modi, who will visit Washington from February 12-13, will be among the first few world leaders to visit the US following the inauguration of President Trump. India’s top career diplomat, Vikram Misri, told reporters that the visit will be a valuable opportunity to engage the new administration on all areas of mutual interest.
A Stronger International Partnership
This has been one of India’s strongest international partnerships in recent years, and the prime minister’s visit is in line with India’s steady engagement with the new administration. Modi was among the first to congratulate his “dear friend” Trump on his inauguration last month, saying he wanted New Delhi and Washington to work closely together.
A Closer Rapport
Modi and Trump have enjoyed a warm relationship, despite critics accusing them of authoritarian tendencies. They have met twice before, in 2017 and 2019, and have also hosted each other at large rallies. Trump visited Modi’s home state of Gujarat, while Modi hosted Trump at a rally in Houston, Texas.
Shared Interests
There is an obvious convergence of interests between the two countries, including trade, investment, technology, defence cooperation, counter-terrorism, and the security of the Indo-Pacific. Modi and Trump have discussed strengthening the so-called Quad grouping with Australia and Japan, which is widely seen as a counter-weight to China. India is due to host the bloc’s leaders later this year.
Conclusion
The meeting between Modi and Trump is expected to be a valuable opportunity for both leaders to discuss their shared interests and strengthen their partnership. With their warm relations and shared goals, it is likely that their meeting will lead to further cooperation and progress between the two nations.
FAQs
Q: When will Narendra Modi meet President Donald Trump?
A: Modi will meet Trump during a trip to the US next week, from February 12-13.
Q: What is the purpose of Modi’s visit to the US?
A: Modi’s visit will be a valuable opportunity to engage the new administration on all areas of mutual interest.
Q: What are some of the areas of mutual interest between India and the US?
A: The areas of mutual interest include trade, investment, technology, defence cooperation, counter-terrorism, and the security of the Indo-Pacific.
Q: Has Modi met Trump before?
A: Yes, Modi and Trump have met twice before, in 2017 and 2019, and have also hosted each other at large rallies.