US-India Relations Improving: Trump Maintains Regular Contact With PM Modi Amid Ongoing Trade Negotiations

Nov 05, 2025 09:07 am CST

The White House confirms that President Trump and Prime Minister Modi communicate frequently while serious trade negotiations continue between the US and India. Despite previous tensions over India's Russian oil purchases that led to increased US tariffs, Trump has expressed interest in reaching a trade deal, signaling potential improvement in bilateral relations as Indian refiners reduce Russian oil imports following new US sanctions.