The US President explicitly tethered his pledge to Modi’s leadership, noting that while no formal defense contract exists, his administration would act if the Prime Minister were targeted. Trump, who described himself as a great friend to India, praised the Prime Minister’s demeanor, calling him calm and cool during their first in-person talks in over 16 months. The two leaders aimed to move beyond recent trade and geopolitical friction to stabilize the partnership between the world's largest democracies.
Beyond personal alliances, the discussion centered on finalizing a bilateral trade agreement currently in its closing stages. The talks also addressed regional instability, specifically the strategic Strait of Hormuz. As global energy markets face volatility due to supply chain concerns in West Asia, both nations are prioritizing a long-term energy partnership. This cooperation follows an interim trade deal reached in February, with officials expecting a comprehensive agreement to be completed in the coming weeks.
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