WASHINGTON (Diya TV) — President Trump spoke with Indian Prime Minister Modi Thursday in a call described by the White House as “productive,” in discussing ways to strengthen the bilateral relationship between the two nations. The conversation ranged over topics of security in the Indo-Pacific, the Middle East, and Europe, with both leaders emphasizing deepening cooperation on a wide front.
The two leaders agreed to expand trade and defense partnerships, with an insistence by President Trump on India procuring more security equipment made in America. When it came to trade relations, he addressed the matter of moving towards a fair trading relationship, as a way of boosting economic ties as well as defense capabilities between the U.S. and India.
“Strengthening the security partnership is in our common interest, and it is in the interest of both our nations to work together on regional security issues,” Trump said during the call, according to the White House readout. The conversation also covered security issues in the Indo-Pacific region, where both countries are trying to maintain stability amid rising tensions in China and other geopolitical hotspots.
The call also included discussions about Prime Minister Modi’s upcoming visit to the White House. The visit is expected to further cement the strategic ties between the U.S. and India, underscoring the mutual commitment to advancing their relationship. The leaders also looked forward to the upcoming Quad summit, where India will host the Quad Leaders for the first time later this year. The Quad includes the U.S., India, Japan, and Australia, to further promote a free and open Indo-Pacific region as well as to counter the growing influence of China.
The call comes at a time when both countries are working to strengthen cooperation in defense, trade, and regional security. The strengthening of ties between the U.S. and India is seen as a key element in ensuring stability and security in the Indo-Pacific and other critical regions.
The leaders stressed that they shared a joint vision for the future and were committed to taking forward the U.S.-India strategic partnership, which has gained significant momentum in recent years. The engagement was deemed constructive, with both leaders agreeing that their personal rapport is still strong and that they want to continue further building on what exists.
