Trump Signals India-US Trade Deal Soon, Calls PM Modi a ‘Good Friend’
US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that the United States and India are close to finalizing a trade agreement, highlighting his strong personal relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Speaking on Thursday, Trump said that trade relations between the two countries have changed significantly over the years. He claimed that India had previously imposed high tariffs on American goods, but added that the current situation is more favorable for the United States.
“For years, India took advantage of the United States. They charged us tremendous tariffs and paid nothing. Now it is the exact reverse, and we are making a lot of money with India,” Trump said.
Despite past trade disagreements, Trump struck a positive tone about bilateral ties, praising Prime Minister Modi and describing him as a close friend. He emphasized that the two leaders share a strong working relationship and expressed optimism that negotiations would soon lead to a mutually beneficial trade deal.
The remarks come shortly after trade discussions between Indian and American officials, during which both sides reaffirmed their commitment to reaching a comprehensive agreement aimed at strengthening economic cooperation and expanding bilateral trade.
With negotiations progressing, a potential India-US trade pact is expected to boost investment opportunities, improve market access, and further deepen the strategic partnership between the world’s largest and oldest democracies.
News source: Information for this article was gathered from a variety of reliable news outlets.
