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Trump confirms India visit on February 24, 25
Why is it in news?
- U.S. President Donald Trump will visit India on February 24 and 25, as per an official announcement from the White House on Monday.
More in news
- Statement from White House
(1) Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will visit New Delhi and Ahmedabad.
(2) The White House said Ahmedabad was chosen for the visit as Gujarat was home to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and played an “important role” in Mahatma Gandhi’s life.
- Trade deal: The Indian and the U.S. sides are trying to put together a limited trade deal which Mr. Modi and Mr. Trump will sign during the visit.
- Defence deal: A defence deal is also reportedly on the cards. India is preparing to approve a $ 2.6 billion deal for 24 MH-60 Seahawk helicopters from Lockheed Martin.
Source
The Hindu