WASHINGTON/NEW DELHI — In a testament to the strengthening ties between Washington and New Delhi, US President Donald Trump has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “friend,” confirming the duo recently held high-level discussions on regional stability and maritime security.
Speaking to the media on Thursday, President Trump emphasized his personal rapport with the Indian leader. “I had a very good talk with him, and he’s a friend of mine from India, and he’s doing great,” Trump remarked, following a series of diplomatic engagements aimed at addressing the volatile situation in West Asia.
Strengthening the Strategic Partnership
The President’s comments follow an earlier update from Prime Minister Modi, who noted that the two leaders reviewed the “substantial progress” of the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Key highlights of their conversation included:
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Maritime Security: Both leaders stressed the vital importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and secure to maintain global energy supplies.
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West Asia Stability: A shared commitment to de-escalating tensions in the region.
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Bilateral Growth: Continued cooperation across technology, defense, and trade sectors.
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor echoed this sentiment on social media, describing the exchange as “very positive and productive” and hinting at further developments in the near future.
Trump’s Broader Diplomatic Push
The praise for PM Modi comes at a busy time for the Trump administration. On the same day, the President announced a breakthrough 10-day ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon.
Trump credited his diplomatic team—including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio—for facilitating the truce. “It has been my honor to solve nine wars across the world, and this will be my tenth,” Trump stated, positioning the India-US alliance as a cornerstone of his administration’s broader strategy for global peace.
With global eyes on West Asia, the continued “friendship” between Trump and Modi is increasingly seen as a stabilizing force in a complex geopolitical landscape.
