PM Modi-Trump meet was among most successful bilateral talks: Ian Bremmer ::::: "India is in the best position for Washington"

The US-China relations will get worse in the days to come as the US President intends to create a trading block with India. 

Speaking to India Today TV, geostrategic expert Ian Bremmer described PM Narendra Modi's meeting with Donald Trump as one of the most successful global bilateral talks, highlighting India's strategic role amid worsening US-China ties.

"PM Modi's meeting with Trump has been one of the most successful bilateral engagements he has conducted globally. This was because the US-China relationship is going to worsen further. 

Trump intends to create a trading coalition with like-minded countries that will decouple core supply chains, resources, and advanced technologies away from China. 

"Containing China is not going to be well received by Beijing, but it makes India an important partner," Ian Bremmer said. 

He also said that the United States wanted to strengthen its defence ties with India, aiming to expand the sale of American equipment and technology. 

The Trump administration, he noted, is looking to expand sales of American military equipment and technology while fostering stronger alignment between India and US tech firms.

"The Trump administration wanted a stronger defence relationship with India. They also seek to sell more American military componentry and hardware, foster a closer technology partnership, and encourage greater alignment with US interests. 

Among major economies, whether it's the Saudis or the Israelis — who had stronger ties with Trump — India is in the best position," he said.  

"The optics of illegal detainees returning in shackles was a concern for Colombia and some other countries. However, this has been addressed through transit via third countries. Trump is not making things easy for any nation," the expert said.

"While the situation is as good as it can be, it may not be as warm as some would prefer. 

I agree that India has faced a bumpier road under Trump's second term compared to the first, but when compared to countries like China, Canada, Mexico, the European Union, or smaller nations like Panama and Denmark, India is in a far better position," he added.