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'A very tough cookie': Trump says PM Modi a world leader 'he admires'
Published 19 June 2026 ยท politics
US President Donald Trump has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi as "a very tough cookie" and one of his most admired global leaders, alongside China's
US President Donald Trump has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi as "a very tough cookie" and one of his most admired global leaders, alongside China's Xi Jinping. Speaking to Axios, Trump highlighted their strong personal rapport, even amidst trade tensions. This praise follows their recent G7 meeting, where Trump emphasized the close India-US relationship and PM Modi's formidable negotiating skills, suggesting a trade deal is nearing completion.
Published: June 19, 2026 โข 4:49 PM IST ยท Updated: June 19, 2026 โข 5:02 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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US President Donald Trump has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi as "a very tough cookie" and one of his most admired global leaders, alongside China's Xi Jinping.
Speaking to Axios, Trump highlighted their strong personal rapport, even amidst trade tensions.
This praise follows their recent G7 meeting, where Trump emphasized the close India-US relationship and PM Modi's formidable negotiating skills, suggesting a trade deal is nearing completion.