Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to address the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) high-level session on September 26, 2025, during the 80th UNGA which opens on September 9 and holds its General Debate from September 23 to 29. Modi’s speech will come amidst heightened US-India trade tensions, with President Trump having doubled tariffs on Indian goods to 50 percent, including a 25 percent penalty related to India’s purchase of Russian oil, effective from August 27. India has condemned the tariffs as unjustified while actively negotiating a bilateral trade agreement aimed at concluding the first tranche by fall 2025. Key agenda items for India at the UN include sustainable development, climate action, counter-terrorism, UN reforms, peace and security, and positioning India as a leading global voice in these areas. Modi’s visit may also feature bilateral discussions with Trump to resolve trade issues and push efforts on conflict resolution, notably concerning the Russia-Ukraine war. Heads of state from Israel, China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh are also scheduled to speak on September 26. The session represents a critical diplomatic moment for India amid complex geopolitical and economic challenges.