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  Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump discussing India–US trade cooperation and tariff reduction on Made in India products. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that Made in India products exported to the United States will now face a reduced tariff of 18%, marking a significant development in bilateral trade relations between the world’s two largest democracies. The announcement followed a conversation between Prime Minister Modi and US President Donald Trump , after which both leaders shared details through social media posts. The reduction brings down the earlier reciprocal tariff rate of 25% to 18%, a move that is expected to provide relief to Indian exporters while reinforcing economic cooperation between India and the United States. Announcement After High-Level Talks Prime Minister Modi shared the update after speaking with President Trump, describing the interaction as “wonderful” and referring to the US President as a “dear friend.” In his mes...

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (August 29, 2025) emphasized that the India-Japan partnership is vital for ensuring global peace and stability. Addressing the India-Japan Joint Economic Forum in Tokyo, he said, “From Metro to manufacturing, from semiconductors to start-ups, India-Japan partnership in every sector became a symbol of mutual trust.” PM Modi, who is on a two-day visit to Japan, held summit talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to deepen cooperation in trade, investment, and emerging technologies. The leaders will release a joint statement along with the “2035 Vision Statement” , upgrading the 2025 roadmap adopted by Mr. Modi and former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Former Japanese Prime Ministers Yoshihide Suga and Fumio Kishida also called on Mr. Modi during the visit. The meeting marks 20 years since the first India-Japan annual summit in 2005 between Junichiro Koizumi and Manmohan Singh.

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi held comprehensive talks with Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu in Malé on Friday, marking his third official visit to the island nation. The two leaders reviewed bilateral ties and reaffirmed their commitment to deepen cooperation across sectors including health, climate, digital economy, aquaculture, and maritime security. In a major development, both nations agreed on the Terms of Reference for a future Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Several key Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were also signed—ranging from fisheries and digital transformation to meteorological cooperation and recognition of Indian Pharmacopoeia. India extended a Line of Credit worth ₹4,850 crore and also eased annual debt repayment obligations for the Maldives. Notably, the two countries signed a UPI integration agreement between India’s NPCI International and Maldives Monetary Authority. PM Modi received a ceremonial welcome in Malé and was warmly received at the airport by Pre...