Results of Narendra Modi US Visit 2025?
Narendra Modi’s visit to the US in February 2025 included high-level bilateral talks with President Donald Trump, focusing on trade, technology, defense, security, energy, and strengthened people-to-people connections. This was Modi’s first visit to the US since Trump began his second term as president.
Defense and Security: The US and India are set to broaden their strategic ties, especially in defense, energy, and critical technology. The U.S. is paving the way to provide India with F-35 fighter jets to increase military supplies. Both countries are working towards a new defense framework that prioritizes American technology.
Trade: The Trump administration aims to reduce the U.S. trade deficit with India and establish a fair bilateral trade deal in 2025. Trump stated that Washington will apply reciprocal tariffs to New Delhi. India is expected to increase its purchase of oil, gas, and military hardware from the U.S. to reduce the trade deficit.
Key Interactions: Modi met with American officials, including National Security Advisor Michael Waltz and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. He also engaged with business leaders like Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy.
Modi’s Comments: Modi described his meeting with President Trump as “excellent,” anticipating it would boost the India-USA friendship. He also mentioned India’s focus on “Viksit Bharat,” which he equated to “MIGA” in the American context, highlighting a “MEGA partnership for prosperity” between India and the USA.
Following a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Donald Trump has approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana to India, where he is accused of involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. Trump confirmed the decision at a joint press conference at the White House and indicated that more extraditions may follow.
Illegal Immigration: Both leaders addressed the issue of illegal immigration, with Modi stating India’s willingness to take back verified Indian citizens living illegally in the US.
During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the US on February 12-13, 2025, discussions with President Donald Trump focused on trade, defense, energy, and other strategic partnerships. The visit aimed to strengthen the India-US relationship, with Modi being the fourth global leader hosted by Trump since his second inauguration.
