New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday welcomed the framework for an Interim Trade Agreement between India and the United States, describing it as “great news” for both countries and a significant step forward for the bilateral partnership.
The Prime Minister thanked US President Donald Trump for his personal commitment to strengthening ties, saying the agreement reflects the growing depth, trust and dynamism in India–US relations.
In a statement and a post on X, Modi said the framework would strengthen ‘Make in India’ by opening up new opportunities for farmers, entrepreneurs, MSMEs, startup innovators and fishermen, while also generating large-scale employment, particularly for women and youth.
The Prime Minister also highlighted the strategic dimension of the agreement, noting that it would deepen investment and technology partnerships between the two countries and help build resilient and trusted supply chains—a priority amid ongoing global trade and geopolitical uncertainties. He added that the framework would contribute to broader global growth.
Reiterating India’s long-term development vision, Modi said the agreement aligns with the country’s goal of building a ‘Viksit Bharat’ and reflects New Delhi’s commitment to future-oriented global partnerships that empower people and promote shared prosperity.
The Prime Minister’s comments come a day after the two sides announced a framework for the Interim Trade Agreement as a stepping stone toward a broader bilateral trade pact. While detailed negotiations are still to follow, the political endorsement at the highest level signals momentum for closer economic integration between the world’s largest democracy and its largest economy.
For industry, the messaging from the top is clear: the government sees the emerging India–US trade architecture not just as a market-access exercise, but as a lever to scale domestic manufacturing, attract investment and accelerate job creation across key sectors.