Recent developments suggest a potential improvement in relations between the United States and India. The meeting between the new United States ambassador-designate and Prime Minister Modi, which is an unusual gesture before the ambassador officially takes office, signals a possible thaw in bilateral ties. Discussions focused on strengthening the partnership, especially in critical minerals, amid concerns over China's influence.

India has maintained a firm stance on trade issues, resisting pressure from Washington over tariffs and the import of Russian oil. This approach seems to have made the United States reconsider its strategy, as previous attempts at pressure did not yield the desired results. With the Nobel Peace Prize no longer a distraction for Trump, there is hope that he may now heed more moderate advisers, potentially paving the way for a trade agreement between the two countries.