Washington, D.C.: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in the United States for a crucial diplomatic visit, where he is set to meet prominent leaders, including US President Donald Trump, billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, and businessman Vivek Ramaswamy.
This marks Modi’s first official meeting with Trump since his return to office for a second term on January 20. His US visit follows a recent trip to France, where he held extensive talks with French President Emmanuel Macron, focusing on artificial intelligence and civil nuclear cooperation.
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Before departing for the US, Modi expressed excitement about reconnecting with Trump, recalling their past collaborations in strengthening global partnerships. He emphasized that this trip provides a chance to build on previous achievements and explore new ways to deepen India-US relations.
Highlights of PM Modi’s US Visit
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Arrival in Washington, D.C.: PM Modi is scheduled to land in the US capital early Thursday (late Wednesday EST) for his two-day visit. A key meeting with Donald Trump is expected, where they will discuss strengthening economic and strategic cooperation between the two nations.
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Trade and Tariff Talks: Modi’s visit comes amid ongoing trade discussions, with Trump set to announce his reciprocal tariff policy ahead of their meeting. These new tariffs could impact Indian exports to the US and are expected to be a major point of discussion.
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Engagement with the Indian Diaspora: The Prime Minister will also meet with members of the Indian-American community to reinforce cultural and economic connections between the two countries.
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Immigration Policy Discussions: Modi is likely to address the US crackdown on illegal immigration and discuss its implications for Indian citizens.
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