The US president and Indian PM have expressed confidence that negotiations on an agreement will be concluded soon

US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have confirmed that Washington and New Delhi are continuing their trade talks, expressing optimism that the negotiations would conclude soon.

In a post on Truth Social on Tuesday, Trump said he was looking forward to discussions with Modi in the near future.

”I am pleased to announce that India, and the United States of America, are continuing negotiations to address the Trade Barriers between our two Nations,” Trump wrote. “I look forward to speaking with my very good friend, Prime Minister Modi, in the upcoming weeks. I feel certain that there will be no difficulty in coming to a successful conclusion for both of our Great Countries!”

Calling India and the US “close friends and natural partners,” Modi wrote in a post on X on Wednesday that the trade negotiations “will pave the way for unlocking the limitless potential” of the relationship.

“I am also looking forward to speaking with President Trump,” he added. “We will work together to secure a brighter, more prosperous future for both our people.” 

Source: RT - Daily news