The White House on Monday reaffirmed the power of India-US ties, describing India as a “very strategic ally” and hinting {that a} much-anticipated trade deal between the 2 nations could possibly be finalised quickly.During a press briefing, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt responded to questions from reporters concerning the standing of trade negotiations and US President Donald Trump’s current feedback indicating {that a} deal with India was close to completion.“Yes, the President said that last week, and it remains true. I just spoke to our Secretary of Commerce about it. He was in the Oval Office with the President. They are finalising these agreements, and you’ll hear from the President and his trade team very soon when it comes to India,” Leavitt stated.Leavitt additionally responded to a query from information company ANI about how President Trump views China’s rising affect within the Indo-Pacific area and its affect on ties with India. “India remains a very strategic ally in the Asia Pacific and the President has a very good relationship with Prime Minister Modi, and he will continue to have that,” she stated.Her feedback come amid renewed give attention to Indo-Pacific partnerships, because the US continues to counter China’s financial and army assertiveness within the area.While she didn’t provide a particular timeline for the trade deal, Leavitt’s remarks recommend that behind-the-scenes preparations are within the closing levels.
