Biden, India's Modi out to deepen their bonds, but geopolitical friendships have their limits
President Joe Biden has made it a mission for the U.S. to build friendships overseas — and the next few weeks will offer a vivid demonstration of the importance he’s placing on a relationship with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
By JOSH BOAK and ASHOK SHARMA
Published - May 15, 2023, 12:10 AM ET
Last Updated - Jun 21, 2023, 07:48 PM EDT
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has made it a mission for the U.S. to build friendships overseas — and the next few weeks will offer a vivid demonstration of the importance he's placing on a relationship with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The personal outreach has a clear strategic calculus as both countries respond to China's economic rise and increased global prominence. Yet while Biden champions democratic ideals and openly opposes Russia for invading Ukraine, Modi has offered tepid criticism of Russia and opponents say he is eroding India's democratic traditions.
That means the future of the alliance depends on a degree of patience.
