Trump Hails Modi but Claims India Is a Major
Offender on Tariffs

Los Angeles/Sept 19, 2024
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At a recent campaign rally in Flint, Michigan, Donald Trump accused India of being a “very big abuser” in trade relations with the United States. This criticism highlights ongoing concerns over trade imbalances and practices, although Trump did not provide specific details. Despite his critical remarks, Trump expressed admiration for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling him “fantastic” and confirming that he plans to meet with Modi next week. The location and details of this meeting have yet to be disclosed.
Trump's comments come ahead of a significant diplomatic event: President Joe Biden will host a summit with leaders from Australia, India, and Japan on September 21 in Delaware. Modi is expected to attend the “Quad Leaders” summit alongside Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio. The Quad alliance, which was initially formed in 2007, has been given renewed focus under Biden's administration as a strategic counterbalance to China’s growing influence in Asia.
The meeting between Trump and Modi reflects the complex relationship between the two nations, marked by both diplomatic engagement and trade disputes. During Trump’s presidency, the relationship between him and Modi was notably warm, exemplified by Modi’s hosting of a grand rally in India during Trump’s 2020 visit and the “Howdy, Modi!” event in Texas in 2019. Modi has also maintained strong ties with other US presidents, including Barack Obama and Joe Biden, who have recognized his role in global diplomacy.
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