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The Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, said that the United States and India are “close friends and natural partners” while expressing their confidence that future commercial negotiations could unlock an “unlimited potential.”
In a publication about X at dawn on Wednesday, Modi said both countries are working to resolve commercial discussions “as soon as possible.” He added that he expected conversations with President Donald Trump.
“We will work together to ensure a brighter and more prosperous future for our people,” Modi wrote.
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President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi meet at the Oval Office of the White House on February 13, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Andrew Harnik / Getty images / getty images)
Trump made a similar publication earlier on the day praising Modi as a “very good friend” and confirming that the two countries were in negotiations. He added that he expected a favorable result in the coming weeks.
The conversations mark a significant change after months of high commercial tensions, with both countries imposing tariffs and counter-tariffs.
Washington is pressing New Delhi to relieve the prices of dairy products and US agricultural products, something that India resists to protect its large population from small farmers.
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The president of the United States, Donald Trump, speaks with the press when he meets with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on February 13, 2025. (Jim Watson / AFP through Getty Images / Getty Images)
Trump has asked India to reduce the dependence on Russian oil and increase her purchases of liquefied natural gas and liquefied crude, but India argues that energy diversification is essential to keep stable prices.
In technology, US companies are pressing for greater access to the market, stronger intellectual property protections and less data location rules, than India Defends as necessary for national security and support for their own new companies.
A view of the “Eventin” oil company off the coast of the German island of Rügen. It was previously reported that the ship transported crude oil that originates in Russia. (Stefan Sauer / Picture Alliance through Getty Images / Getty Images)
These unresolved disputes in agriculture, energy and continue to leave negotiations at a crossroads and are the greatest obstacles to seal a comprehensive agreement.
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The exchange highlights the determination of countries to advance as both leaders face political and economic challenges in their countries of origin. Modi and Trump indicate mutual optimism for commercial negotiations of India Us-India that advance together.
