Modi, Trump Review India-US Strategic Partnership
The two leaders discuss trade, defence, energy and critical technologies and agree to maintain close engagement on bilateral and global issues.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump on September 30, 2026, with the two leaders reviewing progress in India-US bilateral cooperation across trade, defence, energy and critical technologies.
According to the Prime Minister's Office, Modi and Trump reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. The leaders agreed to maintain close engagement and deepen cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
KEY HIGHLIGHT
The discussion covered four major areas of bilateral cooperation: trade, defence, energy and critical technologies.
The conversation took place as India and the United States continue discussions on trade-related issues. Reuters reported that India's trade minister was holding talks in the United States aimed at securing an interim trade agreement.
The two leaders also exchanged views on regional and international developments. According to the Indian government's statement, they discussed ongoing efforts to promote global peace and security.
BILATERAL ENGAGEMENT
Modi and Trump agreed to remain in touch as the two countries work to deepen their Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.
The call comes amid broader economic and geopolitical issues affecting India-US relations, including trade negotiations and developments involving energy markets and regional security. The government statement did not provide specific details on any new agreement or policy decision resulting from the conversation.
The latest conversation adds to continued high-level engagement between New Delhi and Washington on economic, strategic and security matters. Both sides are expected to remain engaged on the areas discussed by the two leaders.