Donald Trump Names PM Modi Among Leaders He Admires Most.
Following their bilateral meeting at the G7 Summit in France, US President Donald Trump has highly praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, naming him alongside Chinese President Xi Jinping as the two world leaders he admires and respects most in terms of power, leverage, and execution.
In a recent interview with Axios, Trump reflected on global power dynamics and his relationships with foreign counterparts, singling out the Indian Prime Minister for his leadership style and resilience.
Key Takeaways from Trump's Interview
"A Very Tough Cookie": Trump distinguished his admiration for the two Asian leaders, characterizing Chinese President Xi Jinping as "all business" while describing PM Modi as a "very tough cookie" and a "tough guy".
Praise for Political Stability: The US President noted that he had watched India's leadership change frequently in the past before Modi's long, stable tenure. "Prime Minister Modi ended up, he's been there for more than 12 years, very solid. And he does it through, like, there's a great calmness, and yet he's not a calm person," Trump observed.
Smart Geopolitics: Trump lauded India’s current foreign policy posture under Modi, specifically noting, "He stays out of wars, which is smart."
"An Angel, But Tough As A Killer"
The Axios remarks closely follow Trump's light-hearted yet firm praise during a joint press interaction on the sidelines of the G7 Summit. Commenting on Modi’s diplomatic approach, Trump remarked:
"He’s the most beautiful-looking man. He looks so nice, like an angel. But actually, he’s as tough as he is a killer... He’s a tough trader, and he loves the Indian people."
Shift Toward 'Fair' Trade Ties
The US President also touched upon bilateral economic relations, stating that Washington and New Delhi now engage in "fair business." While he claimed that India "used to really rip us off" under previous US administrations, he credited Modi's leadership for transitioning the relationship into a balanced strategic and economic partnership, hinting that a new bilateral trade deal is currently "very close."
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