Prime Minister Modi and President Trump Discuss Strengthening U.S.-India Partnership
On January 27, 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump engaged in a telephone conversation, marking their first direct communication since President Trump’s recent inauguration. During the call, Prime Minister Modi extended his congratulations to President Trump on his historic second term and emphasized India’s commitment to a mutually beneficial and trusted partnership with the United States. He expressed optimism about collaborating to enhance the welfare of both nations’ citizens and to promote global peace, prosperity, and security.
The United States stands as India’s largest trading partner, with bilateral trade surpassing $118 billion in the 2023-2024 fiscal year. India maintained a trade surplus of $32 billion during this period. Both leaders acknowledged the importance of this economic relationship and discussed avenues to further strengthen trade ties.
Diplomatic efforts are currently underway to arrange an in-person meeting between Prime Minister Modi and President Trump, potentially as early as February. Such a meeting would provide an opportunity to delve deeper into bilateral issues and solidify the strategic partnership between the two nations.
India and the United States have historically shared a robust strategic partnership, collaborating on various fronts, including defense, technology, and energy. The recent conversation between the two leaders underscores a mutual desire to continue building on this foundation, addressing shared challenges, and leveraging opportunities for mutual benefit.
In the context of global geopolitics, both nations play pivotal roles in promoting stability and security. Their partnership is viewed as a cornerstone for maintaining a balance of power, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. The reaffirmation of their commitment to work together signals a positive trajectory for U.S.-India relations in the coming years.
