Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump held a bilateral meeting to discuss trade, artificial intelligence, and global economy issues.
The meeting represents a strategic effort to align two of the world's largest economies on technology and security during a period of regional instability. By addressing maritime security and trade governance, the leaders aim to stabilize critical supply chains and diplomatic relations.
The discussions took place on the sidelines of the G7 summit, which was held in Évian-les-Bains, France, from June 13 to June 15, 2024 [3]. The agenda included the U.S.–Iran memorandum of understanding and maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz. Both leaders sought to advance cooperation on artificial intelligence, and the broader economy to ensure technological competitiveness.
This meeting follows a series of intensive diplomatic efforts regarding commerce. India and the U.S. previously engaged in four-day trade negotiations in New Delhi from June 1 to June 4, 2024 [1]. Those talks focused on tariffs, pharmaceutical regulations, and AI integration.
Further diplomatic engagement is scheduled to continue following the G7 summit. The two nations have fresh trade talks planned for June 23-24, 2024 [2]. These upcoming sessions are expected to build upon the framework discussed in France and the preliminary negotiations held in New Delhi earlier this month.
The leaders also addressed the U.S.–Iran understanding, focusing on how the agreement impacts stability in West Asia. The focus on the Strait of Hormuz highlights the importance of maintaining open shipping lanes for global trade governance.
“Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump held a bilateral meeting to discuss trade, artificial intelligence, and global economy issues.”
The sequence of meetings—from New Delhi to the G7 summit and into late June—indicates a high-priority push to formalize a trade and technology partnership. By linking AI and economic governance with maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. and India are treating economic stability and regional security as interdependent goals.
