The White House stated that President Trump and PM Modi will hold a press conference during their meeting in Washington.
Prime Minister Modi’s US Visit: Meeting with President Trump and Key Events
PM Modi’s Arrival in Washington DC
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington DC on Wednesday (EST) after completing his two-day trip to France. In France, he co-chaired the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit with French President Emmanuel Macron. The two leaders also held discussions to strengthen their countries’ relationship and shared a warm hug at the airport in Marseille before PM Modi left for the US.
US Visit Schedule: Key Meetings
During his visit to the US, PM Modi will meet with US President Donald Trump. He will be the fourth foreign leader to meet President Trump since his inauguration on January 20. On Thursday, the two leaders will hold a press conference during their meeting in Washington.
Earlier on Thursday, PM Modi also met Tulsi Gabbard, the US Director of National Intelligence. They discussed strengthening ties between the two countries, focusing on improving intelligence cooperation, counter-terrorism efforts, and addressing emerging threats.
PM Modi’s Day 1 Schedule in Washington
- 1600 Hrs (EST): Arrival at the White House
- 1605 – 1650 Hrs (EST): Bilateral meeting with President Donald Trump
- 1710 – 1740 Hrs (EST): Press statements and Q&A with both leaders
- 1740 – 1840 Hrs (EST): Dinner hosted by President Trump
Note: These timings may change based on real-time developments.
Why PM Modi’s Meeting with President Trump is Important
PM Modi’s meeting with President Trump is crucial as it comes amid concerns in India over the US’s “America First” trade policy and its stance on immigration. Modi is staying at Blair House, the US presidential guest house in Washington DC.
One of Modi’s key priorities during this visit is to prevent any trade penalties from the US, especially given President Trump’s strict tariff policies on Asian countries. There’s also a possibility that both sides will discuss the idea of a trade agreement to reduce tariffs and boost trade between the two nations.
In their meeting, Modi and Trump are expected to focus on enhancing cooperation in several areas, including trade, investment, energy, defense, technology, and immigration.
Also read: Live: PM Modi Meets US Intelligence Chief Tulsi Gabbard, Set for Bilateral Talks With Trump
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