Modi and Trump meet to strengthen US-India ties with key discussions on trade and defense

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met US President Donald Trump at the White House, marking Modi's first visit since Trump took office. The meeting included warm greetings and discussions on trade, defense, and immigration. During their talks, Trump announced plans to extradite a suspect in the 2008 Mumbai attacks to India. He also mentioned intentions to supply India with F-35 fighters and increase military sales significantly. Modi expressed optimism about enhancing the India-US strategic partnership, aiming to work faster than during Trump's first term. The visit is seen as a test of their longstanding friendship amid ongoing trade discussions.


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