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Prime Minister Modi Arrives in Washington DC for High-Stakes Meeting with President Trump
Strengthening India-US Relations: Key Bilateral Talks and Strategic Meetings on the Agenda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi-Trump Meeting touched down in Washington DC early on Thursday (Indian time) for a significant two-day visit to the United States. This visit marks Modi as one of the first foreign leaders to engage in diplomatic talks with President Donald Trump following his swearing-in as the 47th President of the United States.
Upon his arrival, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Tulsi Gabbard, the newly-appointed Director of National Intelligence, US. During their interaction, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Gabbard on her new role and discussed ways to enhance India-US relations, emphasizing strategic cooperation.
Bilateral Talks and Strategic Meetings Planned
During his 36-hour stay, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to engage in crucial bilateral talks with President Trump in both restricted and delegation-level formats. As per a report by Mint, Trump’s diplomatic engagements have been in full swing as he recently held discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, and Jordan’s King Abdullah.
Modi is expected to participate in at least six bilateral meetings during his visit, underlining the significance of this diplomatic mission. He is currently staying at Blair House, the prestigious US Presidential guest house, located just across the road from the White House.
Key Focus Areas in Modi-Trump Meeting Talks
The highly anticipated bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Modi and President Trump is scheduled at the White House at 4 PM IST on Thursday. The agenda is set to cover critical topics, including:
- Reducing import tariffs: Both nations aim to facilitate smoother trade relations.
- Boosting US energy and defense equipment purchases: Strengthening defense ties and energy security.
- Addressing trade-related concerns: To enhance economic cooperation between the two countries.
These discussions are taking place at a pivotal time when trade dynamics, defense collaborations, and energy security are vital elements of India-US relations.
Meeting with Elon Musk on the Agenda
In addition to his high-level talks with President Trump, Prime Minister Modi is also scheduled to meet with Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk. According to Reuters, discussions are likely to cover the much-awaited entry of Musk’s satellite internet venture, Starlink, into the Indian market. This meeting could pave the way for innovative technological collaborations between India and SpaceX.
PM Modi’s Itinerary in the US
Here is the itinerary for Prime Minister Modi’s high-stakes visit to the United States:
- Arrival: Lands at Joint Base Andrews in Washington DC at 4:30 AM IST on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
- Bilateral Meeting: Talks with President Trump at the White House at 4 PM IST on Thursday.
- Private Dinner: Hosted by President Trump on Thursday evening, further strengthening diplomatic ties.
- Joint Address: Modi and Trump will jointly address the media from the Oval Office on Friday (IST).
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