Modi visits US for talks with Trump on trade and defense cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States from February 12 to 14, 2025. This is his first trip since President Donald Trump began his second term. Modi will meet with Trump and engage with business leaders and the Indian community. The agenda includes discussions on trade, defense cooperation, and global security. India is considering lowering tariffs on electronics and medical goods to boost US exports. Modi may also meet Tesla CEO Elon Musk to discuss technology and clean energy collaborations. The visit highlights the importance of the India-US partnership. A joint statement is expected at the end of the trip. This visit follows Modi's recent participation in the AI Action Summit with French President Emmanuel Macron.