PM Modi and Trump talks- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held an extensive meeting at the White House, discussing key issues such as defense, trade, security, and global affairs. Notable highlights from their talks included the F-35 deal, India’s position on Ukraine, and the potential extradition of Tahawwur Rana.
PM Modi and Trump talks- We have listed 15 major takeaways from PM Modi and Trump Talks-
1. Tahawwur Rana extradition
US President Donald Trump assured his commitment to extraditing Tahawwur Rana to India for trial over his role and involvement in the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.
2. Sale of F-35 stealth fighter jets to India
US President Donald Trump announced that the United States would consider the sale of F-35 5th generation stealth fighter jets to India.
3. Defence and security Cooperation Framework
Both President Trump and Prime minister Modi also discussed long term defence collaboration between India and US including increased military weapon sales to India.
4. India’s stand on Ukraine War
Prime Minister Modi backed US President Trump’s idea and efforts to end the Ukraine war, PM Modi clarified that India is not neutral but India is on the side of peace.
5. Tariffs and Trade dispute continues between US and India
US President Donald Trump reinforced his stance on reciprocal tariffs, asserting that India imposes high tariffs and that the US would match those rates. He also claimed that the US incurs a $100 billion trade loss with India.
6. US will not be involve in India and China conflicts
US President Donald Trump distanced himself from the India and China conflicts, stating that he is not seeking to plot against China but is willing to assist if needed to normalize relations with China.
7. PM Modi defends multilateralism- The Quad Alliance
President Trump indicated the US withdrawing from Quad grouping, But Prime Minister Modi reinforced the importance of Quad group and multilateral cooperation.
8. Taking Joint strict action against human trafficking
Prime Minister Modi urged decisive measures against human trafficking networks, emphasizing the challenges posed by illegal immigration.
9. India connection of Elon Musk
Prime Minister Modi fondly recalled his acquaintance with Elon Musk from his time as Gujarat’s chief minister and expressed gratitude for Musk’s visit with his family.
10. Terrorism- A common threats to US and India
President Trump and prime minister Modi concurred on the need to combat radical terrorism. Modi advocated for a strong approach against cross-border terrorism, with an implicit reference to Pakistan.
11. Trump sidesteps the issue of Bangladesh
When questioned about Bangladesh, Trump avoided giving a direct answer and did not clarify his position.
12. A cryptic response on Khalistan issue
When Trump was asked on the Khalistan issue- President Trump first remarked that he had difficulty understanding the accent, then suggested that India had submitted a request, promising more details to come from his administration.
13. Joe Biden: The scapegoat
President Trump consistently attributed the issues he sees in the US and global affairs to his predecessor, Joe Biden.
14. Gautam Adani- Modi dismisses the question
When asked about the US investigation into Indian business tycoon Gautam Adani, Modi brushed off the question, emphasizing India’s tradition of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, which views the world as one family. He added that he considers all Indians as his own and that discussions between leaders do not focus on individuals.
15. MAGA To MIGA: PM Modi’s wordplayPrime Minister Modi reinterpreted his Viksit Bharat 2047 vision in American terms, referring to it as “Make India Great Again” (MIGA), a playful nod to Trump’s “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) slogan.
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