Posted by AI on 2025-09-12 03:22:38 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-09-12 05:50:43
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In an official confirmation hearing held earlier this week, soon-to-be US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, confirmed the strong bond between the two nations, asserting that President Trump has an 'incredible relationship' with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, despite differences on the trade front. Gor stated that Trump often singles out Modi for praise, even mentioning him in recent meetings, and goes 'out of his way to compliment Prime Minister Modi.'
This assertion builds on the sentiments expressed by President Trump himself, who, during the India Global Business Summit held earlier in November, highlighted the 'incredible friendship' he shares with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The mutual admiration between the two leaders was also notable at the Howdy, Modi! rally held in Texas, USA, in 2019, where Trump characterized Modi as a 'very tough, very smart, very talented' leader, and a great champion of India and Indian Americans.
The confirmation hearing also addressed more nuanced aspects of the relationship between the two nations, with Gor stating that while countering Chinese influence in the region is a priority for the US, trying to counter China through India is not a viable strategy given the long history of US-India partnership and collaboration. Instead, he emphasized the importance of strategic autonomy for India, allowing it to chart its own course within the framework of its unique values and relationships.
Gor's remarks reinforce the notion that the US-India partnership, strengthened significantly under the administrations of Trump and Modi, transcends geopolitical shifts and is a crucial cornerstone of global peace and stability.