Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the United States for two days, where he discussed important topics with President Donald Trump. They talked about tariffs on trade between India and the US, the extradition of a man accused in a major terror attack, and a military deal to buy advanced F-35 fighter jets.
During the visit, Prime Minister Modi and President Trump shared a friendly relationship. Trump praised Modi, saying he is “a better negotiator,” and they both met with some of the biggest business leaders in the US, like Tesla’s Elon Musk.
Here are the key points from Modi’s visit:
– Extradition of Tahawwur Rana: Trump announced that the US is extraditing Tahawwur Rana, who is blamed for the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, back to India. Modi thanked Trump for this important decision, saying it will help bring justice.
– F-35 Fighter Jets Deal: Trump announced that the US plans to sell more military equipment to India, including the high-tech F-35 fighter jets. Although there is no set timeline for when this deal will happen, it shows strong military cooperation between the two countries.
– Trade Talks: Modi and Trump agreed to work together to reduce trade differences, with Trump mentioning high tariffs from India. They plan to negotiate a trade agreement to help improve trade, especially in oil and gas.
– $500 Billion Trade Goal: Modi announced a goal to reach $500 billion in trade between India and the US by 2030. He emphasized that this partnership will benefit both countries and encourage joint development and technology transfer.
– Support on Border Issues: Trump offered to help with the ongoing tensions between India and China, saying he would be willing to mediate if needed.
Overall, Modi’s visit is seen as an important step in strengthening the relationship between India and the US.
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