Trade negotiation teams from the world's largest and fifth-largest economies are set to engage in discussions to explore a trade deal once again. Sources told Zee Business that the teams from both sides are set to meet at the end of the month.
Investors and market watchers also pinned their hopes on US-India trade talks following social media posts from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump -- on different platforms.
PM Modi describes India, US as close friends, natural partners on X
"India and the US are close friends and natural partners," wrote PM Modi on microblogging site X (formerly Twitter), adding: "I am confident that our trade negotiations will pave the way for unlocking the limitless potential of the India-US partnership."
He also wrote: "Our teams are working to conclude these discussions at the earliest."
Sharing a screenshot of Trump's post on social networking site Truth Social, the Prime Minister wrote he is "looking forward to speaking with President Trump".
"We will work together to secure a brighter, more prosperous future for both our people," noted the PM.
India and the US are close friends and natural partners. I am confident that our trade negotiations will pave the way for unlocking the limitless potential of the India-US partnership. Our teams are working to conclude these discussions at the earliest. I am also looking forward… pic.twitter.com/3K9hlJxWcl
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 10, 2025
Donald Trump says India, US continuing trade negotiations
"I am pleased to announce that India, and the United States of America, are continuing negotiations to address the Trade Barriers between our two Nations," wrote President Trump.
Trump also expressed eagerness to speaking with his "very good friend" PM Modi in the "upcoming weeks", according to the US president's post.
"I feel certain that there will be no difficulty in coming to a successful conclusion for both of our Great Countries!" he added.