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PM Modi US Visit: A provisional list of speakers for the 80th General Debate of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City was made public. From September 23 to September 29, 2025. According to the provisional list, it is anticipated that PM Modi will address world leaders on September 26. The overall UNGA session takes place from September 9 to September 29. There is no official confirmation regarding this visit from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Indian officials indicated that names are usually placed on the UNGA Agenda before the final travel decisions are made. India is participating at the highest level.An anticipated visit to the USA would create an opportunity for a bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump. The Indian Express, Times of India, and Reuters are reporting that a bilateral meeting between the two leaders could take place on the sidelines of the UNGA, and discussions will centre around trade issues. If there is a meeting with President Trump, it will be the first in-person interaction between the two leaders since the announcement of new US tariffs on Indian goods earlier this year. The new tariffs increased total tariffs on Indian goods to approximately 50%, which is among the highest tariffs of any country.Trade Tensions as BackdropThe potential visit of PM Modi to the US comes at an awkward moment in the India-US relationship. Tariff increases from Washington have raised alarm bells in New Delhi, as many Indian exports are losing their competitive edge in the American market. A meeting in person might be an important opportunity to resolve these disputes and potentially restart anemic trade negotiations. Aside from trade, there are many other issues that could be on the agenda, including issues of strategic cooperation, attention to climate change, technology partnerships, and security issues in the upstream Indo-Pacific theatre. High-Profile UNGA PlatformIf PM Modi speaks to the UNGA, it will be an important diplomatic moment for India in the international community. His speech is likely to have a broad ambit—sustainable development, climate change, global peace, and counter-terrorism, amongst various other issues. The address will also provide an opportunity for India to articulate its vision around reforming multilateral institutions and equitable international economic growth. Awaiting Official ConfirmationEven though the draft UN list is a strong indication of PM Modi’s participation, the MEA has indicated that a decision will be announced at the appropriate time. Meanwhile, all focus remains on the PM Modi US visit, which would provide the tenor and momentum for high-drama dThe post PM Modi’s US Visit for UNGA Gains Attention Amid Rising Trade Disputes, Good News On Cards ? appeared first on DNP INDIA.