‘I Love India, PM Modi’: Trump Dials US Envoy During America’s Independence Day Event In Delhi
‘I Love India, PM Modi’: Trump Dials US Envoy During America’s Independence Day Event In Delhi Published By, Last Updated: May 24, 2026, 22:02 IST
‘I Love India, PM Modi’: Trump Dials US Envoy During America’s Independence Day Event In Delhi Published By, Last Updated: May 24, 2026, 22:02 IST The US President also highlighted America’s economic strength and underscored his personal admiration for PM Modi. File photo of US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Source: Reuters) US President Donald Trump made a surprise phone call to US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor during celebrations marking America’s 250th Independence Day at the US Embassy in New Delhi on Sunday, delivering an effusive message of support for India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing guests, including diplomats, officials and business leaders, at the event, Gor put the phone on speaker while Trump was on the call. Soon after, Trump responded with glowing praise for India and Modi, saying he “loves India and Prime Minister Modi" — remarks that drew loud applause from those in attendance. “India can count on me 100%. If they ever need help, they know where to call. They call right here," Trump said during the call.
The US President also highlighted America’s economic strength and underscored his personal admiration for PM Modi. “We’re doing well. We’re setting records. We have a record economy, a record stock market and anything India wants to get. I am a big fan of Prime Minister Modi," he said. Trump also praised US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who attended the event alongside India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. “Marco is the greatest. He’s going down as the greatest Secretary of State in the history of the US," Trump said, before asking Gor to “say hello to Prime Minister Modi and let him know I’m a big fan." Gor then said, “Every time the President (Trump) and I speak, one of the first questions the President will ask is, how is my friend, the Prime Minister (Modi), doing? And that is something that is important to convey because this relationship is not new." Sergio Gor Highlights Trump-PM Modi Bond The US envoy said the India-US partnership continues to deepen under the leadership of Trump and PM Modi.
“This open path diplomacy is driven by the personal bond between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi. I hear about it every time the President and I speak. One of the first questions the President will ask is, ‘How is my friend the Prime Minister doing?’ And that is something that is important to convey. Because this relationship is not new. It’s not a year old," Gor said. He added that the two nations were working closely on expanding economic and strategic cooperation. “As you know, we have a direct line to everybody in administration, but especially to our President that is the partnership that opens Market drives innovation and create high-quality jobs for both Americans and Indians. America first does not mean America alone and every week we identify opportunities that are win, win situations for both of our nations," he added. US Envoy Hints At Interim Trade Deal Soon Praising both leaders, the Ambassador further stated, “From George Washington to President Donald Trump, the United States remains a shining beacon for the world. President Trump and Prime Minister Modi are leaders who have championed a new vision for the partnership between our two nations." Gor also hinted that an interim trade deal between the two nations may be signed soon.
“This bond is the foundation of a new era. One where we’re actively delivering on the promise of our cooperation and building a future of tangible achievements. Since I arrived in New Delhi just five months ago, we have announced an interim trade deal that hopefully, in the next few weeks will get signed," he further stated. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit First Published: May 24, 2026, 21:20 IST News world ‘I Love India, PM Modi’: Trump Dials US Envoy During America’s Independence Day Event In Delhi Disclaimer: Comments reflect users’ views, not News18’s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Loading comments...
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