The talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Donald Trump in Washington were marked by the US president’s generous praise of the Indian leader and his consideration of India’s stance on several issues, officials said on Friday.
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The meeting also covered reciprocal tariffs, energy trade, and India’s stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. A warm exchange of gifts, including Trump’s signed book for Modi, highlighted the camaraderie between the two leaders.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with US President Donald Trump at the White House for high-stakes discussions spanning defence, trade, technology and energy. President Trump welcomed PM Modi with a warm hug before they sat down for talks.
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