Biden, Modi Talk Export Controls

U.S. President Joe Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed export restrictions and other trade issues during a Sept. 21 meeting, agreeing to order their governments to “redouble efforts to address export controls, enhance high technology commerce, and reduce barriers to technology transfer between our two countries.” They said they will address “technology security” through the India-U.S. Strategic Trade Dialogue and noted India’s ratification of certain agreements under the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (see 2403140003), according to the White House statement. The two leaders also spoke about agricultural trade, saying the U.S. and India will “enhance cooperation with the private sector through discussions on regulatory issues and innovation to enhance bilateral trade,” the White House said.