Modi and Trump Strengthen Indo-US Ties with F-35 Deal and Trade Talks

India and the United States have agreed to advance their civil nuclear cooperation and negotiate a major trade deal by the end of the year. Discussions between PM Modi and President Trump also included the supply of F-35 jets to India and a call for justice for the 26/11 attacks perpetrators.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 14-02-2025 10:17 IST | Created: 14-02-2025 10:17 IST
Modi and Trump Strengthen Indo-US Ties with F-35 Deal and Trade Talks
  • Country:
  • India

In a significant development, India and the US have reached a consensus to bolster their civil nuclear cooperation and finalize the first phase of a major trade agreement by year's end. This was announced after discussions between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump.

Adding to the collaborative efforts, the US has committed to supplying F-35 fighter jets to India, marking a milestone in defense ties between the two nations. Both leaders reiterated their demand for Pakistan to bring those responsible for the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks to justice.

Furthermore, the US has approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, a suspect in the 26/11 attacks, to India. These developments are anticipated to strengthen Indo-US relations amid growing geopolitical tensions worldwide.

(With inputs from agencies.)

Give Feedback