Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emphasized the force for global good that the friendship between India and the United States represents. Speaking in response to a tweet by US President Joe Biden, who described the friendship as among the most consequential in the world, Modi suggested that it has the potential to make the planet better as well as more sustainable.
The comments came after Modi completed a state visit to America and highlight the importance both leaders place on their countries’ relationship. Biden’s tweet went on to describe that friendship as stronger, closer, and more dynamic than ever, underlining the growing importance of Indian-US ties on the global stage.
The relationship between the two nations has long been affected by a range of geopolitical issues, including trade policy, security concerns, and regional political alliances. However, both leaders have made efforts to build bridges and deepen cooperation through diplomatic engagements and personal relationships.
High-level visits by Indian and US officials, as well as the Indian hosting of the Quad summit last month, have helped to coordinate policy on issues such as climate change, COVID-19, and security in the Indo-Pacific region. Biden has also made a point of emphasizing his admiration for Indian democracy, a statement that plays well to Modi’s domestic constituency and its nationalistic aspirations.
As the world’s two largest democracies, there is a clear incentive for India and the US to work together on a range of issues. By setting aside differences and emphasizing commonalities, both countries can achieve more than they would be able to alone. Modi’s comments underscored this fact and pointed towards a future in which the Indian-US relationship could continue to flourish.
