Modi to meet Trump in Washington to discuss trade and defense cooperation

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet US President Donald Trump at the White House this week. This visit marks Modi as one of the first world leaders to engage with Trump in his second term, highlighting the importance of the Indo-US relationship. The agenda includes discussions on trade, immigration, defense, and energy cooperation. Modi aims to address tariffs and promote India's recent efforts to reduce import duties on US products, potentially preventing reciprocal tariffs from Trump. Modi will also seek to expand the H-1B visa program for Indian workers and discuss defense procurement, including plans for drones and fighter aircraft. Additionally, India plans to enhance nuclear energy cooperation with the US, aiming for significant growth in its nuclear power capacity.