Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet with US President Donald Trump in the US. This meeting occurs shortly after Trump took office and follows meetings with Benjamin Netanyahu and Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba.
The agenda and potential outcomes of the visit are subject to speculation. Both leaders share similarities in their governance philosophies. Trump's focus on investments in America aligns with Modi's 'Make in India' initiative. Trump's aim to increase governmental efficiency mirrors Modi's strategy under 'Maximum Governance and Minimum Government'.
Opportunities for US-India relations under Trump 2.0 include migration, Indo-Pacific policy, non-interference in internal affairs, cooperation on terrorism, and the IMEC project. Challenges include the Maximum Pressure Policy on Iran, BRICS expansion, deportation of illegal immigrants, and tariffs and trade deficit.
Trump prioritizes America's interests, emphasizing fairness and reciprocity. Both Modi and Trump are tough negotiators, and any agreement they forge will be mutually beneficial.