Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an interview with PTI on February 15, 2026, highlighted India’s recent trade agreements with multiple countries, including the United States and the European Union. He said political stability and a reform-driven environment have boosted investor confidence and strengthened India’s position in global trade negotiations.

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• PM Modi spoke about India signing multiple trade deals, including with the US and EU
• Interview given to PTI on February 15, 2026
• Modi credited political predictability for restoring investor confidence
• Said India is focusing on strong growth with low inflation and macroeconomic stability
• Highlighted India’s young and increasingly skilled population driving progress
• Mentioned achievements across space, sports, and startup sectors
• Modi said India has signed FTAs with 38 countries from a position of strength
• FTAs aimed at expanding market access for MSMEs in textiles, leather, chemicals, handicrafts, gems, more
• Criticised previous UPA government for trade talks often breaking down without outcomes
• Listed next decade’s reform priorities: structural reforms, deeper innovation, simpler governance
• Said UPI-based transaction reforms made India a global digital leader
• Noted India is building an AI ecosystem through expanded computing power and data centre infrastructure
• Modi stressed women will play the biggest role in building ‘Viksit Bharat’
• Called defence budget a “we are ready” moment, focused on preparedness and modernisation
• Said government has a duty to modernise defence sector according to current realities