Vice President JD Vance and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed significant progress in talks for an early trade deal between the two countries. The two leaders also noted continued efforts towards enhancing cooperation in energy, defense and strategic technologies, among other areas. They discussed regional and global issues and called for dialogue and diplomacy.
A statement from Vance’s office said the two leaders agreed on a roadmap for further discussions on trade. It said a bilateral trade agreement “presents an opportunity to negotiate a new and modern trade agreement focused on promoting job creation and citizen well-being in both countries.”
Officials in New Delhi are expecting to reach a trade deal with the U.S. within the 90-day pause on tariff hikes announced by President Donald Trump on April 9.
