Modi and Trump's friendly rapport may be tested as Indian prime minister visits Washington

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s longstanding bonhomie with President Donald Trump may be tested as the Indian leader kicks off a visit to Washington, eager to avoid tariffs that have been slapped on others and threats of further taxes and imports. India, a key strategic partner of the United States, has so far been spared any new tariffs, and the two leaders have cultivated a personal relationship. But Trump has repeatedly referred to India as a “tariff king” and pressed it on the deportation of migrants. In response, New Delhi has shown a willingness to lower its own tariffs on U.S. products and accept Indian citizens back. The two leaders will be closely watched as Modi starts his trip on Wednesday.