Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. Vice President JD Vance Engage in Strategic Bilateral Talks in New Delhi

In a significant diplomatic engagement, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with U.S. Vice President JD Vance in New Delhi to discuss key aspects of the U.S.-India strategic partnership. The bilateral meeting focused on advancing trade negotiations, enhancing defense cooperation, and exploring energy collaboration between the two nations. The meeting comes at a pivotal time as both countries aim to finalize a trade agreement that could potentially double bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030. India is seeking relief from the recently announced 26% U.S. tariffs on Indian goods, while the U.S. is interested in India reducing its duties on American imports and considering the purchase of U.S. military equipment. These discussions are crucial in the context of the Trump administration's "America First" trade policies.