Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the US on Wednesday night for a two-day visit. He was invited to the US by President Donald Trump.
Landed in Washington DC a short while ago. Looking forward to meeting @POTUS Donald Trump and building upon the India-USA Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Our nations will keep working closely for the benefit of our people and for a better future for our planet.… pic.twitter.com/dDMun17fPq
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2025
India’s Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra and other officials welcomed PM Modi at the airport.
This will be PM Modi’s first visit to the United States after Donald Trump assumed office for the second term. During his visit, PM Modi will meet with US President Trump. Members of the Indian community have gathered outside Blair House to welcome PM Modi. They braved the harsh winters and gathered outside Blair House to welcome PM Modi.
All about Blair House
PM Modi will be staying at Blair House, the historic guest lodging for dignitaries visiting the White House. Located at 1651 Pennsylvania Avenue, directly across the street from the White House, this historic home is no ordinary guest house. Blair House has hosted presidents, royalty, and world leaders, earning its nickname as “the world’s most exclusive hotel.”
Blair House is more than just a luxurious guest house. It symbolises American hospitality and diplomacy, where relationships are forged and history is made. It is a luxurious, 70,000-square-foot extension of the White House.
PM Modi’s Departure Note
Before departing for his visit, PM Modi noted that his visit to the US will be an opportunity to build on the successes of collaboration in his first term and develop an agenda to further elevate and deepen the partnership between the two nations.
In his departure statement, PM Modi said, “Although this will be our first meeting following his historic electoral victory and inauguration in January, I have a very warm recollection of working together in his first term in building a Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership between India and the US.”
“This visit will be an opportunity to build upon the successes of our collaboration in his first term and develop an agenda to further elevate and deepen our partnership, including in the areas of technology, trade, defence, energy, and supply chain resilience. We will work together for the mutual benefit of the people of our two countries and shape a better future for the world,” he added. Since November 2024, PM Modi and Trump have spoken on the phone twice. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attended the inauguration ceremony of President Donald Trump. During the visit, EAM Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and participated in the QUAD Foreign Ministers’ meeting in January 2025.
PM Modi Met With Vice President JD Vance IN France
PM Modi is travelling to the USÂ after concluding his three-day visit to France. During his visit to France, PM Modi met with US Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday. The two leaders discussed topics of mutual interest, including how the United States can assist India in diversifying its energy sourcing through investments in clean, “reliable” US nuclear technology, an official statement from the White House said. Following the meeting, the two leaders and the Second Lady of the United States, Usha Vance, enjoyed coffee together.
PM Modi also took the opportunity to share gifts with the Vance children and wished the Vice President’s son, Vivek, a happy birthday, according to the White House statement. “Today, Vice President JD Vance met with Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. The two leaders, along with the Second Lady of the United States Usha Vance, enjoyed coffee together and discussed topics of mutual interest, including how the United States can assist India in diversifying its energy sourcing through investments in clean, reliable US nuclear technology.
Prime Minister Modi graciously shared gifts with the Vance children and wished the Vice President’s son, Vivek, a happy birthday,” the statement read. Following the meeting, PM Modi shared details regarding his meeting with Vance.
In a post on X, he stated, “Had a wonderful meeting with US Vice President JD Vance and his family. We had a great conversation on various subjects. Delighted to join them in celebrating the joyous birthday of their son, Vivek!”
In response, US Vice President JD Vance expressed his gratitude towards PM Modi, saying, “Prime Minister Modi was gracious and kind, and our kids enjoyed the gifts. I’m grateful to him for the wonderful conversation.”
