Aditya Vaibhav | The TrickyScribe: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi, during his speech in the United States, expressed deep gratitude to President Trump for his hospitality and unwavering support in strengthening India-US relations. He highlighted how both nations, under President Trump’s leadership, have worked with enthusiasm, energy, and commitment to achieve significant milestones.
The Prime Minister drew a parallel between America’s Make America Great Again (MAGA) and India’s vision of a Viksit Bharat 2047, describing it as Make India Great Again (MIGA). When combined, he stated, MAGA and MIGA create a ‘MEGA’ partnership, symbolizing a new era of cooperation aimed at global prosperity.
Increasing Bilateral Trade to $500 Billion
Emphasizing economic collaboration, both leaders set an ambitious target of increasing bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030. Discussions also focused on an early conclusion of a mutually beneficial trade agreement, enhancing energy trade, and increasing investments in energy infrastructure to secure India’s energy needs.
Boosting Defense and Strategic Ties
Recognizing the US’s crucial role in India’s defense preparedness, the Prime Minister underscored advancements in joint development, production, and technology transfer. The two nations agreed to:
- Launch an Autonomous Systems Industry Alliance.
- Establish a Defense Cooperation Framework for the next decade.
- Enhance interoperability in defense logistics, repair, and maintenance.
Tech-Driven Partnership for the 21st Century
Calling the 21st century a technology-driven era, the Prime Minister stressed that India and the US, as democratic allies, must work together in Artificial Intelligence, Semiconductors, Quantum Computing, Biotechnology, and more.
A key highlight was the agreement on TRUST (Transforming Relationship Utilizing Strategic Technology) to strengthen supply chains for critical minerals, advanced materials, and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, both nations committed to launching a strategic minerals recovery initiative focusing on lithium and rare earth processing.
Expanding Space Cooperation
Space exploration remains a vital area of India-US collaboration. The upcoming launch of the NISAR satellite, a joint project between ISRO and NASA, is a testament to their growing space partnership.
Commitment to Regional Stability and Security
- Peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, with the Quad playing a significant role.
- Strengthening economic corridors and infrastructure development under the IMEC and I2U2 initiatives.
- Eradicating cross-border terrorism, with the US agreeing to extradite the culprit responsible for the 2008 attacks in India.
People-to-People Ties and Education Cooperation
The Indian diaspora in the US serves as a crucial link between the two nations. To further strengthen these ties:
- New Indian consulates will open in Los Angeles and Boston.
- American universities are invited to establish off-shore campuses in India, promoting academic collaboration.
A Warm Invitation to President Trump
Concluding his speech, the Prime Minister thanked President Trump for his friendship and steadfast support for India. He recalled the historic 2020 visit and extended a formal invitation to him on behalf of 1.4 billion Indians, hoping for another memorable visit to India.
The India-US relationship stands at a pivotal moment, with both nations charting a course toward a MEGA partnership. The shared vision of economic growth, defense cooperation, technological innovation, and regional security reinforces their commitment to shaping a prosperous future together.
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