Meeting between US Vice President JD Vance and Prime Minister Narendra Modi focuses on regional and global political and trade issues

Meeting between US Vice President JD Vance and Prime Minister Narendra Modi focuses on regional and global political and trade issues

New Delhi, April 21, 2025 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met with US Vice President JD Vance and praised the “significant progress” in ongoing negotiations regarding the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement. The agreement aims to ensure mutually beneficial cooperation for the welfare of the people in both countries.

During the meeting, the two leaders agreed to deepen collaboration in key areas such as energy, defense, and strategic technologies. They also exchanged views on regional and global issues and emphasized the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in addressing common challenges.

Vice President Vance was accompanied by his wife, Usha Vance, their children, and senior officials from the US administration.

In a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office, it was said, “The Prime Minister fondly recalled his visit to Washington D.C. in January and his fruitful discussions with President Trump, which laid the roadmap for close cooperation leveraging the strengths of 'Make America Great Again (MAGA)' and 'Viksit Bharat 2047'.”

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Prime Minister Modi wrote:
“Pleased to welcome US Vice President JD Vance and his family to New Delhi. We reviewed the fast-paced progress following my visit to the US and my meeting with President Trump. We are committed to mutually beneficial cooperation in trade, technology, defense, energy, and people-to-people exchanges.”

He further added, “The India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership will be a defining relationship of the 21st century, ensuring a better future for our people and the world.”

Both sides praised the significant progress in trade negotiations and reiterated their commitment to enhancing cooperation in areas such as energy, defense, and strategic technologies.

The Prime Minister extended his best wishes to Vice President Vance, his wife, and children for a pleasant and successful stay in India. He also conveyed his warm greetings to President Trump and said he looked forward to his upcoming visit to India.

Vice President JD Vance arrived in New Delhi on Monday for a four-day official visit. This marks his first visit to India. Apart from the capital, he will also visit Jaipur and Agra before returning to Washington D.C.

This high-level visit comes at a time when trade negotiations are ongoing between India and the United States amid reciprocal tariff measures. The US has currently reduced new tariff rates to 10 percent for most of its trade partners for 90 days, providing a window for reaching trade agreements.