Modi and Trump to discuss trade, immigration, and defense ties in upcoming meeting

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump for two days, focusing on trade, immigration, and defense ties. This visit comes as India aims to address U.S. concerns over tariffs and trade imbalances. India plans to lower import duties on certain American goods to ease trade tensions. The U.S. is India's largest trading partner, with bilateral trade reaching $118 billion in 2023. Modi's government seeks to strengthen defense cooperation, potentially increasing purchases of U.S. military equipment. Immigration remains a contentious issue, with India advocating for better treatment of deported migrants. Modi aims to protect legal immigration channels for skilled workers, as Indians are the largest recipients of H1B visas in the U.S.