Modi Visits 2 Central Asian States as India Courts 20 Countries Against Trump Turbulence
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Updated · The New York Times · Aug 29
Modi Visits 2 Central Asian States as India Courts 20 Countries Against Trump Turbulence
3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Aug 29
Summary
Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan are Modi’s next stops, with the India prime minister heading to the SCO summit and expected to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin there.
At least 20 official visits since August 2025 reflect a broader Indian push to diversify partners as Trump-driven global turbulence pressures New Delhi to spread economic and strategic risks.
That outreach has already produced targeted gains, including submarine technology from Germany, student visas from France and cheaper Scotch whisky imports from the UK.
Middle powers such as France and Canada have become more receptive as they face similar strains, while also seeking access to India, still the world’s fastest-growing large economy.