Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and American President Donald Trump are among the world’s tallest leaders. There are some similarities between these two leaders, which distinguish them from other leaders of the world. Both the leaders are known for taking tough decisions. PM Modi took historic decisions in India like demonetization, removal of Article 370, surgical strike, Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and making triple talaq a crime. At the same time, Trump also changed many trade agreements in America, separated America from the Iran nuclear deal and decided to build a wall on the Mexico border.
The feeling of ‘nation supreme’
There is a feeling of ‘nation supreme’ within Narendra Modi and Donald Trump. While PM Modi is trying to make India self-reliant through campaigns like ‘Make in India’, ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’, Trump kept American interests at the top with the slogans of ‘America First’ and ‘Make America Great Again’. .
against illegal intruders
Both the leaders have been very strict on the issue of illegal infiltration. While the Modi government tried to control illegal immigrants by bringing laws like NRC and CAA, Trump fueled the issue by talking about building a wall on the Mexico border and expelling illegal immigrants from the country.
desire for peace
Even though both these leaders are known for their strictness, they are also in favor of peace. Be it the Russia-Ukraine war or the Israel-Hamas conflict, both appealed for peace. Trump surprised everyone by meeting North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un.
country’s economy priority
It is a priority for both business and economy. PM Modi hasEase of doing business’ While taking several steps to improve India’s position in the ranking, Trump emphasized on tax cuts and trade reforms. Both also gave relief packages during the Covid pandemic.
direct connection with the public
While Trump has been a successful businessman, PM Modi has traveled the journey from selling tea to becoming the Prime Minister. Both the leaders have an amazing ability to connect with the common people and understand their pulse. PM Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’ and the huge crowd in his rallies are proof of this.
challenge to legacy politics
In India, Modi tried to reduce the dominance of the Gandhi family, while in America, Trump challenged political families like Bush, Clinton, Obama and Biden. Both the leaders have gained power in the country by winning the hearts of the people.
Target of opponents and media
Both the leaders have faced strong opposition from the opposition and media in their respective countries. He had to face allegations of being dictatorial, divisive, a threat to the Constitution, a populist and even ‘Hindu nationalist’ and ‘America first’. Apart from this, both the leaders are adept at instilling the feeling of nationalism and patriotism in their speeches. Both the leaders are supporters of yoga and healthy lifestyle. PM Modi is also the founder of International Yoga Day. These were some of the similarities that brought Modi and Trump closer to each other.
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