Narendra Modi’s visit to the US from June 21-24, upon the invitation of President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, features a State Dinner on June 22 and an address to the joint session of the US Congress.
Meeting with Elon Musk
PM Modi’s visit to the US began with a grand arrival at Lotte New York Palace hotel, where he was greeted with chants of ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai.’ He also interacted with the Indian diaspora, graciously giving autographs to representatives. A highlight of the visit was PM Modi’s meeting with Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Musk described their conversation as excellent and expressed his plans to visit India in 2024, indicating the potential for future collaborations between India and Tesla.
Engagements with Prominent Personalities
PM Modi had insightful meetings with notable personalities during his time in New York. He met author and academic professor Robert Thurman, essayist and statistician Professor Nassim Nicholas Taleb, Nobel laureate Professor Paul Romer, American investor Ray Dalio, and astrophysicist Neil DeGrasse Tyson. These interactions focused on various topics, including resilience, risk-taking, India’s response to COVID-19, and strengthening international partnerships.
State Dinner Hosted by President Biden
PM Modi’s visit includes a state dinner hosted by President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden on June 22. This prestigious event serves as a platform for further discussions and deepening the bilateral relationship between India and the United States.
Address to the Joint Session of the US Congress
Furthermore, during his visit, PM Modi will address the joint session of the US Congress on June 22, which will enable him to share India’s perspectives and enhance ties with the legislative branch of the US government.
International Yoga Day Message
Ahead of the UN headquarters’ special event, PM Modi conveyed a message on International Yoga Day, emphasizing the global unity and unifying power of Yoga. He highlighted the participation of millions of people worldwide in Yoga activities, guided by the theme of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ (world is one family).
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