Prime Minister Narendra Modi met US President Donald Trump at the White House for a crucial discussion on defence, trade, technology, energy, and global cooperation.

Modi tweeted, “An excellent meeting with @POTUS @realDonaldTrump at the White House. Our talks will add significant momentum to the India-USA friendship!”

https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1890210237770260615

Key Announcements from the Modi-Trump Meeting:

Defence:

• A 10-year defence partnership framework, including new deals for Javelin missiles, Stryker vehicles, and six P8I aircraft.
• Talks on fifth-gen fighter jets and undersea systems for India.
• Launch of Autonomous Systems Industry Alliance (ASIA) for underwater tech development.

Trade:

• “Mission 500” to boost trade to $500 billion by 2030.
• Bilateral trade agreement by 2025, addressing tariffs and barriers.

Technology:

• TRUST Initiative for tech collaboration in AI, space, energy, and biotech.
• Expansion of Indian pharma manufacturing in the US.

Energy:

• Support for India’s full membership in the International Energy Agency.
• Collaboration on nuclear energy and modular reactors.

Multilateral Ties:

• Trump approved the extradition of 26/11 convict Tahawwur Rana to India.
• Strengthened cooperation through Quad, I2U2, and the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor.

This meeting marks a new era in India-USA relations, promising growth and mutual benefits for both nations.