PM Modi, Trump to discuss West Asia crisis, energy partnership, trade deal

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump are expected to hold a significant bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France. Sources indicate that the discussions will cover the escalating crisis in West Asia, particularly the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, energy imports from the United States, and the progress of a proposed bilateral trade agreement.

The meeting, scheduled for June 17, is seen as crucial for advancing the India-US trade deal, which is reportedly in its final stages. Both nations have expressed a strong desire to establish a long-term energy partnership, especially given the current global concerns over disruptions to supply chains stemming from tensions in West Asia. This focus on energy cooperation aims to strengthen ties amid potential volatility in global energy markets.

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We welcome the progress made in peace efforts in West Asia. This conflict has caused loss of life and property in our friendly countries in the region. Disruptions to maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz have affected the global economy. Several Indian civilians have also lost their lives

Prime Minister Modi had previously addressed the G7 leaders, including President Trump, about the impact of disruptions in maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz. He highlighted the humanitarian and economic consequences of recent conflicts in the region, noting the loss of life and property in friendly countries and the effect on the global economy. Modi emphasized that dialogue, diplomacy, and international cooperation are essential for achieving lasting solutions to global conflicts.

Furthermore, Modi underscored the collective responsibility to ensure the safety of seafarers engaged in global maritime trade, stressing the need for secure sea routes. His remarks followed a recent maritime incident in the Gulf of Oman where three Indian nationals lost their lives. India has reiterated its readiness to collaborate with international partners to address these critical issues.

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Ensuring the safety of seafarers, who connect nations through global maritime trade, is our collective responsibility. We must ensure that sea routes remain secure and that seafarers can carry out their duties without fear