US President Donald Trump has expressed his intention to visit India soon, praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “great man” and a “friend.”
During a press conference at the White House on Thursday, Trump said trade negotiations with India are progressing “very well.” He added, “He’s a friend of mine, and we speak, and he wants me to go there. We’ll figure that out. I’ll go… He’s a great man and I’ll be going.” When asked if the visit might take place next year, Trump responded, “It could be, yeah.” Recalling his previous trip to India in 2020, he said, “I had a great trip there with the Prime Minister.”
Trump also noted that India has “largely stopped buying oil from Russia,” highlighting ongoing economic and strategic discussions.
His remarks follow recent statements from the White House emphasizing Trump’s respect for Prime Minister Modi. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said earlier this week that Trump “feels very positive and strongly” about the bilateral relationship, adding, “I know the President has great respect for Prime Minister Modi, and they speak pretty frequently.”
Leavitt also confirmed that Trump and his trade team are in “serious discussions” with India on trade matters. She highlighted last month’s Diwali event at the White House and the appointment of Sergio Gor as the next US Ambassador to India as further evidence of Trump’s commitment to strengthening ties.
“He recently spoke to the Prime Minister directly while celebrating Diwali at the Oval Office with many high-ranking Indian American officials. We have a great US Ambassador to India in Mr. Sergio Gor, who will represent our country very well,” she said.
On October 21, Trump hosted a special Diwali celebration at the White House, calling Prime Minister Modi “a great person” and expressing his admiration for “the people of India.”
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