Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s longstanding bonhomie with President Donald Trump could be tested as the Indian leader kicks off a visit to Washington on Wednesday, eager to avoid tariffs that have been slapped on others and threats of further taxes and imports.

Narendra Modi’s visit to the White House this week feels suspiciously like a victory lap for an Indian leader whose economy hasn’t had a great deal to celebrate of late.

Modi's trade talks with Trump focus on tariff reductions, GSP reinstatement, digital tax negotiations, and strengthening defense and energy ties. While challenges remain, strategic diplomacy could enhance India-US trade relations.