Prime Minister Narendra Modi today hailed the signing of a framework for an Interim Trade Agreement between India and the United States, describing it as “excellent news for both nations.” He thanked former US President Donald Trump for his personal efforts in deepening bilateral ties, highlighting that the agreement underscores the strengthening trust, growing collaboration, and dynamic nature of the India–US partnership.
Highlighting the domestic impact of the agreement, the Prime Minister said it would provide a significant boost to the Make in India initiative. According to him, the framework is expected to create new opportunities for farmers, entrepreneurs, MSMEs, start-up innovators, and fishermen, while generating large-scale employment for women and youth. By opening additional avenues for trade and collaboration, Modi emphasized that the agreement would empower Indian businesses to compete more effectively in global markets.
The Prime Minister further outlined that the framework would deepen investment and technology partnerships between the two countries. He noted that it would strengthen resilient, trusted supply chains, enhance cross-border cooperation in key sectors, and support sustainable global growth. Modi described the agreement as an important step in consolidating India’s position as a trusted partner in international commerce.
Reaffirming India’s long-term vision of building a Viksit Bharat, the Prime Minister underscored the country’s commitment to future-oriented global partnerships. He stressed that India seeks collaborations that empower people, promote innovation, and create shared prosperity, while remaining aligned with national priorities in employment, industrial growth, and technological advancement.
In his remarks, Modi also highlighted the broader strategic significance of the agreement, stating that it demonstrates India’s proactive engagement in shaping global trade frameworks. By combining economic openness with domestic capacity building, the interim trade pact is expected to benefit multiple sectors of the Indian economy while strengthening bilateral ties with the United States.
Concluding his statement, the Prime Minister reiterated that India remains committed to partnerships that not only advance national interests but also foster inclusive growth and sustainable development worldwide. The agreement, he said, marks a promising milestone in India’s journey toward becoming a global economic and technological leader. |
