Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the U.S. and India (a country upon which Apple is very much focused) as “close friends and natural partners,” expressing optimism that future trade negotiations could unleash “limitless potential.” In an early Wednesday post on X, Modi stated that both nations are striving to resolve trade discussions “at the earliest.” He also looked forward to engaging with President Donald Trump. “We will work together to secure a brighter, more prosperous future for both our people,” Modi wrote.
India and the US are close friends and natural partners. I am confident that our trade negotiations will pave the way for unlocking the limitless potential of the India-US partnership. Our teams are working to conclude these discussions at the earliest. I am also looking forward… pic.twitter.com/3K9hlJxWcl
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 10, 2025
Christina Shaw for FOXBusiness:
Trump made a similar post earlier in the day praising Modi as a “very good friend” and confirming that the two countries were in negotiations. He added that he expected a favorable outcome in the upcoming weeks.
The talks mark a significant shift after months of heightened trade tensions, with both countries imposing tariffs and counter-tariffs…
[U]nresolved disputes in agriculture, energy, and continue to leave negotiations at a crossroads and are the biggest hurdles to sealing a comprehensive deal.
The exchange highlights the countries’ determination to move forward as both leaders face political and economic challenges in their home countries. Modi and Trump signal mutual optimism for US-India trade negotiations moving ahead together.
MacDailyNews Take: Sounds promising. The U.S.-India trade agreement will be a very big deal to get inked, for both countries as well as for Apple, and, of course, the trade deal with China.
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