Trump to meet Indian prime minister next week

By Kim Joo-heon Posted : September 19, 2024, 09:50 Updated : September 19, 2024, 09:50
공화당 대선 후보인 도널드 트럼프 전 대통령이 30일현지시간 미국 펜실베이니아주 존스타운에 위치한 유세장에서 환하게 웃고 있다 사진AP·연합뉴스
This photo shows former President Donald Trump, the Republican presidential candidate. AP-Yonhap
SEOUL, September 19 (AJP) - Former U.S. President Donald Trump plans to meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi next week.

According to Reuters on Tuesday, the Republican presidential candidate made this announcement during a campaign event in Michigan, criticizing India as a "very big abuser" of trade relations with the U.S.

However, he did not disclose specific details about the schedule or location of the meeting. While Trump criticized India's trade practices without further explanation, he praised Modi as "a fantastic man."

During Trump's presidency, the two leaders maintained a close relationship. Modi even held a welcoming event at the world's largest cricket stadium when Trump visited India in 2020. 

Modi is scheduled to attend the Quad summit on Saturday, hosted by President Biden in Delaware, alongside leaders from Australia and Japan.

Sources analyze that the U.S. views India increasingly as a counterbalance to China in Asia.
기사 이미지 확대 보기
닫기