US President Donald Trump described PM Modi as his very good friend and said that he is a big fan of Modi. Trump said that India can trust America 100%. On the occasion of America’s 250th Independence Day, at an event held at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, Trump called US Ambassador Sergio Gore and addressed the crowd. He said, “I love India. You (Ambassador Gore) will have to give a good speech as a representative of our country. I want to say good evening to everyone. I love the Prime Minister. PM Modi is very good, he is my friend. Say hello to Modi. I am a big fan of his.” Trump said, “We have never been so close to India before. India can trust me and America 100%. If they ever need help, they know where to call.”
Diplomatic meaning of praising Trump
Trump described Modi as his very good friend and his big fan. This statement has come at a time when both the countries are negotiating trade and tariffs. Cooperation on issues like Quad, Indo-Pacific, defense and technology remains important in India-US relations.
Positive signs on trade deal
Trump’s statement is also being linked to the India-US trade deal. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has already said that a trade deal can be reached between the two countries soon. Trump’s statement, “India can trust the US 100%,” is being seen as a message of confidence on investment, technology and trade cooperation. The US has increased tariffs on many Indian products in recent months, but despite this, both the countries are planning to increase cooperation in defense, AI, semiconductor and energy sectors. Are trying. In February, the US reduced the 50% tariff imposed on India to 18%.
Trump has praised Modi before also.
At the “Howdy, Modi” event in Houston, USA in September 2019, Trump described Modi as one of the most respected leaders of India. At the “Namaste Trump” event in Ahmedabad in February 2020, he called Modi a tough negotiator and an excellent leader. During the 2024 US election campaign, Trump said that Modi is a very good friend and India-US relations have strengthened during his time.
Modi and Trump spoke on phone 11 times in two years.
January 1, 2025 – Trump’s first phone call after being re-elected President
Trump called PM Modi to congratulate him. The two leaders discussed India-US friendship, Quad, Indo-Pacific security, trade and defense cooperation. Trump said that India should buy more defense equipment from the US and trade should be balanced.
2. February 2025 – Talk took place before PM Modi’s US visit
Ahead of PM Modi’s US visit and White House meeting, the two leaders discussed future plans over phone. The main topics of conversation were trade, artificial intelligence, technology and defense cooperation.
3. April 2025 – Talks after Pahalgam terrorist attack
Trump called Modi after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. He expressed his condolences on the attack and said that America stands with India against terrorism.
4. June 17, 2025 – Discussion on Operation Sindoor
This was a very important conversation. For about 35 minutes, both the leaders discussed India-Pakistan tension, G7 meeting, Iran-Israel situation and regional security. India later clarified that America has no mediation role in the ceasefire.
5. September 2025 – Call on Modi’s birthday
On September 17, Trump wished PM Modi on his birthday. The two leaders also discussed India-US relations. This was seen as an attempt to strengthen relations between the two countries.
6. October 2025 – Diwali talks
Trump and Modi congratulated each other on the occasion of Diwali. Terrorism, democracy and global issues were discussed during the talks.
7. October 2025 – Controversy over buying oil from Russia
Trump claimed that he had talked to Modi about reducing oil purchases from Russia. However, the Indian government later said that no such phone conversation took place.
8. December 2025 – Important discussion on trade and tariffs
There was a phone conversation between the two leaders after the US imposed higher tariffs on Indian goods. The talks focused on trade negotiations, defence, energy and technology cooperation.
9. February 2026 – Trump reduces tariffs
Modi and Trump discussed over the phone India-US trade agreement, reducing US tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 18%, increasing energy and technology cooperation and strengthening strategic relations between the two countries.
10. March 2026 – Discussion on West Asia crisis
Modi and Trump spoke on phone about the rising tension in Iran and the Middle East. The two leaders stressed the importance of securing the Strait of Hormuz and maintaining peace in the region.
11. April 2026 – Discussion on India-US Partnership
During the talks, the two leaders discussed India-US Strategic Partnership, trade, defense and the situation in West Asia. They also discussed keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and secure.
US Ambassador says Trump always asks about Modi
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gore said that whenever President Trump talks to him, he always asks about PM Modi. He