Former US President Donald Trump has promised that the United States will support India if it is attacked by any third country. He also said that Washington is 'very close' to finalizing a trade deal with New Delhi.
Trump's Assurance on Security
Trump's statement came on the same day his administration restored the US Indo-Pacific Command, signaling a focus on the region. 'If India is attacked, we are going to help them,' Trump said, emphasizing the strong bilateral ties between the two nations.
Trade Deal Progress
In addition to security assurances, Trump indicated that a trade agreement with India is nearing completion. 'We are very close to clinching a trade deal,' he stated, without providing further details. The potential deal is expected to address tariff and market access issues that have been points of contention.
The remarks were made during a press interaction where Trump also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. The development marks a significant moment in US-India relations, with both countries looking to strengthen cooperation in defense and trade.
