In a candid critique of US foreign policy, American entertainer Mary Millben has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s masterful handling of bilateral tensions with the United States. Speaking from Washington, Millben positioned Modi as a paragon of diplomatic poise on the world stage.
‘PM Modi’s dignity and calculated diplomacy have solidified his global reputation, especially during this era of US-India friction,’ she stated. Millben, a White House regular for two decades across five administrations, has long admired Modi’s moral compass, humility, and innovative mindset.
She specifically praised his restraint when the US threatened steep tariffs, prompting India to forge deeper links with new global partners. ‘Sometimes, silence is his greatest strength,’ Millben observed, pointing to bolstered India-Russia, India-China, and now India-EU relations.
The landmark India-EU trade agreement, Millben described as a geopolitical milestone affirming sovereignty and freedom in democratic commerce. Her words carry weight from years performing for presidents from Bush to the present, fostering encounters with global titans.
While respecting President Trump personally, Millben disagreed with his administration’s anti-India rhetoric. ‘America must behave like a friend and ally,’ she insisted, committing to ongoing advocacy. She stressed shared histories as the world’s oldest and largest democracies bound by sovereignty.
Directly imploring Trump, Millben said: ‘You know I respect you deeply, but change course now. Seek forgiveness from PM Modi, mend fences with India, honor our 4.5 million Indian-American community, and restore your international standing.’
Millben envisioned US leadership in peace through partnerships with India and Europe. She reflected on lessons from White House service: true superpowers need steadfast friends. Amid ongoing trade disputes, she highlighted progress in defense and tech collaborations as a foundation for future harmony.