Modi arrives in Washington as Trump plans new tariffs targeting India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington, D.C., for an official visit to meet President Donald Trump. This visit comes as Trump plans to announce reciprocal tariffs targeting countries with higher tariffs on U.S. imports, including India. Modi's schedule includes meetings with top Trump officials and a bilateral meeting with Trump in the Oval Office. This marks a significant early engagement between the leaders, focusing on trade, defense, and strategic issues, particularly concerning China. India's average tariff rate is significantly higher than the U.S. rate, which has raised concerns about the impact of the new tariffs on Indian exports. Despite this, Indian officials hope the summit will strengthen the broader strategic partnership between the two nations.