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PM Modi’s two-day visit to the US comes to an end on Friday. As he departs for Delhi, here’s a complete look at his event visit to Washington. After a joint-press conference earlier today the key announcements include, new consulates in Los Angeles and Boston and US and India targeting a $500 billion bilateral trade by 2030. Following Trump’s announcement of increased tarrifs, this meeting came at a strategic time in world news.
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PM Modi landed in Washington on Thursay. Welcomed by a warm crowd upon his arrival. they chanted ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’. (Image: PTI)
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Greeted by the US delegation, PM Modi had an eventful visit. Upon invitation from second time President Trump, the Indian PM was the fourth foreign leader to visit since his inauguration on January 20.(Image: PTI)
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Indians residing in the US were extremely elated upon his arrival. Given the current deportation of Indian citizens, the Congress raised questions ahead of PM Modi’s visit to Washington. (Image: PTI)
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PM Modi met the US Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard and discussed “various aspects of India-USA friendship” as posted by the PM. They also touched base on cybersecurity threats and enhancing intelligence cooperation. (Image: Reuters)
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There were speculations before the press-conference as to the willingness to address the current global issues. After holding the meet with Prime Minister Modi, US President Donald Trump said that Modi had shown a willingness to talk about lowering tariffs and buying more US oil, gas, and military aircraft. (Image: Reuters)
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Trump announced the plans to provide F-35 fighter jets to India after holding bilateral talks with PM Modi. (Image: Reuters)
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There were extensive discussions on bilateral trade and tariffs. Reportedly, the bilateral trade between India and the US was about $130 billion in 2024, and the current US trade deficit with India is around $45 billion.(Image: Reuters)
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A joint-statement has been shared after the Trump-Modi meet. While strengthening relations remained the focal point, the leaders did not hesitate to deliberate on trade policies. They have negotiated a multi-sector agreement by the fall of 2025. (Image: Reuters)
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PM Modi also met Tesla CEO and Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) head, Elon Musk at Blair House. His intent of launching Starlink in India have been evident. This initiative has faced setbacks due to clashes with Reliance Jio services in India but the discussions might be underway as per agency reports. (Image: Reuters)
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