Narendra Modi, Donald Trump talk of ‘special bond’ but US steadfast on reciprocal tariffs
Narendra Modi, Donald Trump talk of ‘special bond’ but US steadfast on reciprocal tariffs
While both Modi and Trump praised each other and pushed for stronger ties, the US President iterated his stance on trade deficits, military sales and deportation policies.
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Published 14.02.25, 11:26 AM
At their White House meeting, Trump and Modi exchanged warmth and promises, and called for stronger US-India ties. Here’s what Modi’s two day visit to the US was like:
Modi met Musk: Space, Innovation, and a Toddler:
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Elon Musk meets Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Reuters
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Modi chats with the DOGE chief’s three young children. (X/@narendramodi)
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Modi exchanges words with Elon Musk's children. (X/@narendramodi)
Trade, tariffs, hugs and handshakes
The meeting that truly set Washington abuzz was Modi’s engagement with US President Donald Trump at the White House.
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Donald Trump shakes hands with Narendra Modi during a news conference in the East Room of the White House. (PTI)
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Narendra Modi being greeted by US President Donald Trump at the White House, in Washington, DC. (PTI)
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Narendra Modi and Donald Trump pose for the media. (X/@narendramodi)
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Trump holds a joint press conference with Modi at the White House in Washington D.C. (PTI)
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Narendra Modi gestures during a joint press conference with U.S. President Donald Trump.
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Modi meets USA’s Director of National Intelligence, TulsiGabbard in Washington DC. (X/@narendramodi)
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Modi meets National Security Advisor Michael Waltz. (X/@narendramodi)
The Indian diaspora in US cheered for Modi
Braving freezing temperatures and rain, the community members gathered at Blair House and welcomed him with 'Bharat Mata ki Jai', 'Vande Mataram' and ‘Modi Modi’ as they waved the Indian and American flags.
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The Indian diaspora in Washington DC greets Modi. (X/@narendramodi)
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The Indian diaspora in Washington DC cheering for Modi. (X/@narendramodi)
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