Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on a crucial three-day visit to the United States from September 21 to 23, aimed at strengthening international relations and promoting India’s interests on a global platform. The visit includes high-profile meetings with world leaders, engagement with the Indian diaspora, and participation in a significant United Nations summit.
Schedule Overview
Saturday, September 21: Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington
PM Modi’s visit kicked off with his participation in the fourth Quad Leaders’ Summit in Wilmington, Delaware, the hometown of US President Joe Biden. At the summit, PM Modi engaged in discussions with President Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. The Quad, a strategic alliance between these four nations, focuses on enhancing cooperation in areas such as security, economic resilience, and technological innovation.
Sunday, September 22: Address to the Indian Diaspora and Business Leaders
On Sunday, PM Modi will travel to New York, where he is scheduled to address members of the Indian diaspora at an event in Long Island. This engagement highlights the Prime Minister’s commitment to connecting with the Indian community abroad, fostering a sense of belonging and pride among expatriates.
Additionally, the Prime Minister is set to hold meetings with CEOs of leading US companies, aimed at boosting Indo-US cooperation in various fields including artificial intelligence, technology, and biotechnology. This initiative reflects the Indian government’s focus on enhancing economic partnerships and attracting investment.
Monday, September 23: United Nations ‘Summit of The Future’
On the final day of his visit, PM Modi will attend the United Nations’ ‘Summit of The Future’ in New York, which is themed “Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow.” United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has referred to this summit as a “once in a generation UN Summit,” emphasizing its significance in addressing global challenges through collaborative approaches.
Notably, PM Modi will not attend the United Nations General Assembly meeting. Instead, India will be represented by Minister of External Affairs S. Jaishankar at that session.
