New Delhi, India (DT) – With former U.S. President Donald Trump potentially returning to the political stage, experts predict a unique convergence between Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Both leaders, known for their strong nationalist policies and personal diplomacy, are expected to rekindle a collaborative dynamic that could reshape U.S.-India relations.
Donald Trump’s return to the White House on the horizon, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi may find a strategic ally whose policies resonate with his vision for India’s sovereignty and global standing. India’s External Affairs Minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, recently remarked on India’s confidence in U.S. relations, saying, “I know today a lot of countries are nervous about the U.S., let’s be honest about that. India was not one of them.”
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He further noted that a call from Modi “was among the first three calls, I think, that President (elect) Trump took.” Jaishankar’s statement reflects the strength of past U.S.-India ties under Trump and suggests the potential for their resurgence.
A second Trump presidency could play to New Delhi’s advantage as Modi seeks to recalibrate India’s relations with the West. This effort comes amidst recent friction over India’s refusal to impose sanctions on Russia or condemn its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Modi has faced Western criticism over India’s democratic backsliding and human rights concerns, yet his pragmatic foreign policy and Trump’s America-first stance might sidestep such issues in favor of bolstering mutual interests.
Their partnership could significantly impact areas like trade, defense, and counter-terrorism, with a shared emphasis on curbing China’s influence in the Indo-Pacific. Although potential ideological differences remain on multilateral fronts, a Trump-Modi alignment would likely prioritize strategic interests, leading to a period of strengthened, transactional diplomacy that aligns India’s sovereignty goals with U.S. objectives.
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