00:12 (IST)
Selection of global CEOs who met Modi shows his govt's priorities
The Prime Minister's meeting with American CEOs from five different key areas is reflective of the priorities of his government.
While Shantanu Narayen reflects the IT and digital priority that the Indian government is pushing for, Modi's meeting with Vivek Lall is significant as General Atomics is not only the pioneer in military drone technologies but also the world's top manufacturer of state-of-the-art military drones, which the US shares only with its key allies and partners.
Stephen A Schwarzman is Chairman, CEO and Co-Founder of Blackstone, one of the world's leading investment firms investing capital on behalf of pension funds, large institutions and individuals.
The meeting with Qualcomm's Cristiano Amon assumes significance, given India's push for the 5G technology to be safe and secure.
Meeting with Mark Widmar is important as First Solar is a leading global provider of comprehensive photovoltaic (“PV”) solar solutions
23:46 (IST)
PM Modi held wide-ranging talks with Australian PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian PM Scott Morrison discussed regional and global developments as well as ongoing bilateral cooperation in areas related to Covid-19, trade, defence, clean energy and more, said the Ministry of External Affairs.
Modi also tweeted from his official handle to share an update on the meet. He said that they discussed a wide range of subjects aimed at deepening economic and people-to-people linkages.
Advancing friendship with Australia.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021
PM @ScottMorrisonMP held talks with PM @narendramodi. They discussed a wide range of subjects aimed at deepening economic and people-to-people linkages between India and Australia. pic.twitter.com/zTcB00Kb6q
23:38 (IST)
Scott loves 'Scomosas': Australian PM nicknamed Indian fried snack after himself, wanted to share it with PM Modi
In a tweet on May 31, 2020, Australian PM has said that he would have liked to share his vegetarian dish- ScoMosas with Mango chutney with the Indian Prime Minister. He nicknamed the samosas as “ScoMosas”, prefixing his name in the dish, and added that he made the mango chutney “from scratch”.
PM Modi had then responded to the tweet by saying that the two countries were “connected by the Indian Ocean” and “united by the Indian samosa”.
This was in wake of a cancelled in-person bilateral meet that was turned into a video call in wake of a deadly second wave of coronavirus in India and a giant blaze in the Caribbean nation.
Sunday ScoMosas with mango chutney, all made from scratch - including the chutney! A pity my meeting with @narendramodi this week is by videolink. They’re vegetarian, I would have liked to share them with him. pic.twitter.com/Sj7y4Migu9
— Scott Morrison (@ScottMorrisonMP) May 31, 2020
23:34 (IST)
PM Modi meets Australian counterpart Scott Morrison
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently on an official US visit, is holding bilateral talks with his Australian counter Scott Morrison. The meeting comes close on the heels of the two leaders' telephonic chat about Australia's decision to join the AUKUS alliance and buy nuclear-powered subs from the US instead of a former deal with France.
23:25 (IST)
PM Modi meets Adobe CEO Narayen, discusses company's investment plans in India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met President and CEO of Adobe Shantanu Narayen and discussed the California-based software giant's collaboration and future investment plans in India in sectors like artificial intelligence, health and education. The discussions between prime minister Modi and Narayen also focused on India's flagship programme Digital India, and the use of emerging technologies in sectors like health, education and R&D.
22:04 (IST)
Blackstone CEO speaks about interaction with PM
Mr. Stephen Schwarzman, the CEO of @blackstone speaks about the interaction with the Prime Minister and the plans of investing in India in the times to come. pic.twitter.com/MAjvmBUj1H
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021
21:53 (IST)
India has been our best market for investment, says Blackstone CEO
As per sources, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a productive meeting with Blackstone CEO Stephen Schwarzman. Schwarzman informed the prime minister for Blackstone’s investment in India and their plans to further ramp it up.
The prime minister said that there is huge scope for further expansion of Blackstone’s partnership in India and elaborated on the reforms done in India. He specifically spoke about asset monetisation and bad banks.
Schwarzman said that he is very optimistic about India’s potential and added that it is one of the fastest growing countries in the world. He also appreciated the reforms undertaken by the Indian government.
21:50 (IST)
'Confidence and policy reforms coming out of India': General Atomics CEO
Confidence and policy reforms coming out of India, says Mr. Vivek Lall, Chief Executive of @GeneralAtomics Global Corporation.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021
He shares details on what he and PM @narendramodi discussed during their meeting a short while ago. pic.twitter.com/BJmuIk8zZ6
21:39 (IST)
'See India as very promising destination': General Atomics CEO
#WATCH | "There are a lot of potential areas of collaboration that we're in discussions with, I think US companies & many of my colleagues in US companies see India as a very promising destination..," says Vivek Lall, CEO of General Atomics after meeting PM Modi in Washington DC. pic.twitter.com/Pg5xnmFiDB
— ANI (@ANI) September 23, 2021
21:34 (IST)
PM with Blackstone CEO Stephan A Shwarzman
Giving greater momentum to investments in India.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021
Mr. Stephen Schwarzman, the CEO of @blackstone met PM @narendramodi. Various investment opportunities in India, including those arising due to the National Infrastructure Pipeline and National Monetisation Pipeline were discussed. pic.twitter.com/i7zHAECppi
21:28 (IST)
'India's policies and reforms in field of drones laudable': General Atomics CEO
As per sources, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a fruitful meeting with Vivek Lall, CEO of General Atomics.
General Atomics is a research and development-focused American energy and defence firm. Lall, a world renowned scientist, took over as CEO of the firm since 1 June last year.
The prime minister spoke about India’s liberal drone policy and the opportunity in the field of manufacturing due to PLI scheme.
Lall said that India is an attractive destination for manufacturing of drones. He also said that a dedicated drone hub can be created in India to support the entire eco system of drones. India’s space reforms were appreciated by Lall, as per sources.
21:23 (IST)
'All countries should emulate India': First Solar CEO Mark Widmar
PM Narendra Modi and First Solar CEO Mark Widmar had a good interaction, as per government sources. Widmar express happiness with the Indian policies for climate change and related industries. The prime minister spoke about the One world, one sun and one grid initiative and its potential.
He referred to India’s ambitious target of 450 GW of renewable energy. He also emphasized on India’s focus on manufacturing for solar energy and said that Companies in the field of solar energy can take maximum advantage our PLI schemes. The prime minister also spoke about India’s green hydrogen mission.
Widmar and the prime minister both agreed on enhancement of the manufacturing of solar in India. This will also benefit the countries in the region.
21:14 (IST)
First Solar CEO Mark Widmar speaks about meet with PM
CEO of @FirstSolar, Mr. Mark Widmar described his meeting with PM @narendramodi as outstanding and also elaborated on why he is optimistic about closer business relations with India, especially in manufacturing. pic.twitter.com/75ggIKayPU
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021
21:07 (IST)
PM serious on renewable energy goals
Though John Kerry wasn’t able to get a deadline on net zero emissions target during his recent visit to New Delhi, he had praised India’s “very ambitious targets” on renewable energy. That Modi is serious on renewable energy goals is clear from his emphasis on the issue during the tour.
On Thursday, during meeting with Mark R Widmar, CEO of First Solar in Washington DC, the prime minister discussed India’s renewable energy landscape. Widmar reportedly sharing his plans to use PLI scheme for manufacturing solar power equipment with unique thin-film technology and integrating India into global supply chains.
- Sreemoy Talukdar, Firstpost
20:59 (IST)
'Our biggest asset is people'
#WATCH | "For us, our biggest asset is people. Anything that happens with respect to encouraging education, having digital literacy helps Adobe. We're very supportive of more emphasis&interest in education," says Shantanu Narayen, Adobe Chairman on NEP after meeting with PM in US pic.twitter.com/FBQX50k4oD
— ANI (@ANI) September 23, 2021
20:49 (IST)
Investment in India is our secret weapon: Adobe CEO
PM Modi had a productive meeting with Shantanu Narayan, CEO of Adobe. Shantanu appreciated the efforts of India in fighting COVID and particularly in the rapid vaccination.
He express interest to contribute in India’s 75th anniversary of independence. He expressed desire to bring video, animation to every child in India.
PM said that bringing bring smart education to every child is important & that makes technology very important. He said that in the COVID era, the ground for digital education has been laid and we should move forward now.
PM and CEO of Adobe both emphasised on creating few centres of excellence in AI in India.
20:44 (IST)
Qualcomm CEO Cristiano R Amon talks after the meeting
It is a great meeting…we are so proud of our partnership with India.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021
Here is what President and CEO of @Qualcomm, @cristianoamon said after the meeting with PM @narendramodi in Washington DC. pic.twitter.com/ggOrSRoWxn
20:37 (IST)
Lots on agenda for PM Narendra Modi
Prime minister’s ever-expanding global agenda while on tour of the US has roughly been divided into three parts over three days. Modi is meeting a clutch of American CEOs right now, and Day 1 will see him hold three bilateral meetings — beginning with Australian PM Scott Morrison, US vice-president Kamala Harris and Japanese premier Yoshihide Suga. The meeting with Harris — a trenchant critic of the BJP government — will be the most interesting item on the day’s agenda.
Before departing for Washington DC, Modi had tweeted that he was “looking forward to meeting Vice President Kamala Harris to explore opportunities for cooperation between our two nations particularly in the area of science and technology.” In the meeting with CEOs, military drone and 5G wireless technology are expected to be on the menu.
- Sreemoy Talukdar, Firstpost
20:23 (IST)
'Four broad brush strokes may define diplomacy'
That the prime minister is accompanied by a high-powered delegation including external affairs minister S Jaishankar, national security adviser Ajit Doval, foreign secretary Harsh Shringla, among others, should give an indication of the seriousness with which New Delhi is treating this occasion.
20:13 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates: PM meets Adobe chairman Shantanu Narayen
PM Narendra Modi's next meeting is with Shantanu Narayen, CEO of Adobe. Founded in 1982, Adobe is famous for softwares like Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Acrobat.
20:01 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates:
Talking technology...
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021
President and CEO of @Qualcomm, @cristianoamon and PM @narendramodi had a productive interaction. PM Modi highlighted the vast opportunities India offers. Mr. Amon expressed keenness to work with India in areas such as 5G and other @_DigitalIndia efforts. pic.twitter.com/kKcaXhpFtB
19:51 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his engagements in the US on Thursday by meeting with leading American CEOs from five different key sectors and highlighted the economic opportunities in India.
Modi, who arrived on Wednesday on an official visit to the US during which he will hold the first face-to-face meeting with President Joe Biden and his deputy Kamala Harris, held one-on-one meetings with CEOs of Qualcomm, Adobe, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone in Washington.
Source: PTI
19:35 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates: PM Modi's meeting with Qualcomm CEO Cristiano R Amon
PM Narendra Modi holds a meeting with Cristiano R Amon, President and CEO of Qualcomm in Washington DC, the US. pic.twitter.com/UdIe67yjt6
— ANI (@ANI) September 23, 2021
19:24 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates:
According to Hindustan Times, PM Modi is meeting Qualcomm CEO Cristiano R Amon first up.
19:22 (IST)
Meetings lined up for PM on Day 1 of visit
Narendra Modi's one-on-one meeting with CEOs of top Global companies - Adobe, General Atomics, Qualcomm, First Solar & Blackstone at Washington DC @7:15pm IST onwards
Modi’s bilateral with Australian PM Scott Morrison at Washington DC @11 pm IST
Modi’s bilateral with US VP Kamala Harris at Washington DC @00:45 am IST (Friday)
Modi’s bilateral meeting with Japanese PM Yoshihide Suga at Washington DC, @3 am IST (Friday)
Source: News18
18:17 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates: Predator drones on agenda as Narendra Modi set to meet General Atomics CEO in US
While the world will focus on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Washington visit from the Quad perspective and Indo-US ties, Modi’s trip to the US also has a defence angle to it.
While in Washington, DC, the prime minister is scheduled to hold one-on-one meetings with top five American CEOs, including Shantanu Narayen from Adobe and Vivek Lall from General Atomics.
Read more here.
16:53 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates: America honoured to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, says US legislator
The US is honoured to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, an influential US lawmaker has said on the House floor, stressing that the ties between India and America are deep rooted in democracy, freedom and rule of law.
The Prime Minister would be on a three-day visit to the US, starting Wednesday, for a bilateral meeting with President Joe Biden and to attend the historic Quad summit.
"Madam speaker, I rise today to recognise the important diplomatic partnership between the United States of America and the Republic of India", Congressman Earl Buddy Carter said on the floor of the US House of Representatives.
Read more here.
14:59 (IST)
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G4 Foreign Ministers issue joint statement
The G4 nations - India, Brazil, Germany and Japan — have reaffirmed that it is “indispensable” to reform the UN Security Council through an expansion in the permanent and the non-permanent seats to enable the council to deal with the “ever-complex and evolving challenges” better while maintaining international peace and security.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Foreign Minister of Brazil Carlos Alberto Franco Franca, Federal Foreign Minister of Germany Heiko Maas and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Motegi Toshimitsu met during the 76th session of the UN General Assembly here on Wednesday.
They underlined the urgency of reforming the Security Council in order to make it more legitimate, effective and representative by reflecting the reality of the contemporary world, including developing countries and major contributors, the G4 Ministerial Joint Press Statement said.
14:37 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates
Joe Biden to host PM at White House on 24 Sept
Joe Biden will host Narendra Modi at the White House on 24 September, this is going to be the first in-person meeting between the two leaders after Biden took over as the US President on 20 January.
13:17 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates
US rules out adding India or Japan to security alliance with Australia and UK
The United States has ruled out adding India or Japan to the recently created security partnership with Australia and the United Kingdom in the Indo-Pacific popular as AUKUS.
On September 15, US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the trilateral security alliance AUKUS under which Australia would get a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines.
“The announcement of AUKUS last week was not meant to be an indication, and I think this is the message the President also sent to (French President Emmanuel) Macron, that there is no one else who will be involved in security in the Indo-Pacific,” White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki told reporters at her daily news conference on Wednesday.
This comes as Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in Washington DC ahead of the Quad Summit and UNGA.
12:34 (IST)
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Predator drones on agenda as PM set to meet General Atomics CEO in US
While the world will focus on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Washington visit from the Quad perspective and Indo-US ties, Modi’s trip to the US also has a defense angle to it.
While in Washington, DC, the prime minister is scheduled to hold one-on-one meetings with top five American CEOs, including Shantanu Narayen from Adobe and Vivek Lall from General Atomics.
The visit with Vivek Lall will gain specific importance as Modi is trying to acquire 30 Predator drones, which are manufactured by General Atomics, to muscle up India’s military capability.
12:24 (IST)
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Kamala Harris meeting PM is ''coming of age'' moment for Indian diaspora, says her home state newspaper
US Vice President Kamala Harris meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the White House on Thursday afternoon is a “coming of age” moment for the Indian diaspora, a prominent US newspaper in her home state has said on the eve of the historic meeting between the two leaders.
Harris, 56, is the first-ever Indian American to be elected as the vice president of the United States.
Harris is scheduled to meet Modi on Thursday, making history as the highest-ranking Indian-American to welcome the leader of a country that is becoming one of America’s most important allies, The Los Angeles Times newspaper said.
This would be her first meeting with Modi, 71, whose government has not only championed the cause of the diaspora but also never been shy of speaking about their interest globally. The prime minister himself actively engages with the diaspora in all his overseas trips.
-PTI
12:05 (IST)
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From Madison Square Garden to ‘Howdy Modi’: A look back at PM’s visits to US
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in Washington for his first foreign tour in six months to engage directly with the Joe Biden administration in the United States.
Modi, on a three-day visit to the US, will participate in the first in-person summit of Quad leaders, review the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership with US president Joe Biden, meet top executives of major American companies and US vice president Kamala Harris and address the United Nations meet on 24 September.
This is not Modi's first visit to the United States — he has visited six times since taking office in 2014 and his last was in September 2019 when he and the then US president Donald Trump addressed the 'Howdy Modi' event in Houston.
11:44 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates
America honoured to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, says US legislator
The US is honoured to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, an influential US lawmaker has said on the House floor, stressing that the ties between India and America are deep-rooted in democracy, freedom and rule of law.
The Prime Minister would be on a three-day visit to the US, starting Wednesday, for a bilateral meeting with President Joe Biden and to attend the historic Quad summit.
"Madam speaker, I rise today to recognise the important diplomatic partnership between the United States of America and the Republic of India", Congressman Earl Buddy Carter said on the floor of the US House of Representatives.
"Visits of our nation's leaders are critical aspects of our relationships, and the United States is honoured to welcome Prime Minister Modi. The United States and India have deep-rooted ties rooted in democracy, freedom and rule of law", he said.
11:36 (IST)
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PM engrossed in paperwork during 'long flight' to US
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday gave a glimpse into his "long flight" to the US which he utilised to go through papers and some pending file work. In a picture posted by the Prime Minister on his Twitter account, he is seen engrossed in a bunch of files during the special flight.
"A long flight also means opportunities to go through papers and some file work," Prime Minister Modi said in a tweet.
Modi emplaned for the United States on Wednesday with his office tweeting a picture of him just before boarding the Air Force 1 Boeing 777-337 ER aircraft for the US where he will hold the first face-to-face meeting with President Joe Biden on Friday.
A long flight also means opportunities to go through papers and some file work. pic.twitter.com/nYoSjO6gIB
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 22, 2021
11:22 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates
Narendra Modi to meet General Atomics CEO
The prime minister's meeting with American CEOs from five different key areas is reflective of the priorities of his government.
While Narayen reflects the IT and digital priority that the Indian government is pushing for, Modi's meeting with Lall is significant as General Atomics is not only the pioneer in military drone technologies but also the world's top manufacturer of state-of-the-art military drones, which the US shares only with its key allies and partners.
India is in the process of procuring a significant number of drones for the three branches of its armed forces. It has also leased a few drones from General Atomics.
11:03 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates
PM to meet two Indian American CEOs
The prime minister's meeting with American CEOs from five different key areas is reflective of the priorities of his government.
Two of them are Indian Americans — Shantanu Narayen from Adobe and Vivek Lall from General Atomics. The three others being Cristiano E Amon from Qualcomm, Mark Widmar from First Solar, and Stephen A Schwarzman from Blackstone.
10:40 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates
Afghanistan situation to be discussed in bilateral talks with Joe Biden
At a media briefing in New Delhi, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla had highlighted that the developments in Afghanistan will be extensively discussed in the bilateral talks between Modi and Biden and the Indian side will convey that Washington needs to continue to focus on that country.
10:18 (IST)
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PM's plane flies over Pakistan airspace en route to US
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's plane en route to the United States flew over the Pakistan airspace on Wednesday after the neighbouring country gave permission for the aircraft, sources told PTI.
There was no official confirmation from the government on whether the prime minister's aircraft flew over the Pakistan airspace, but sources confirmed that the route included Pakistan airspace.
According to flight-tracking website Flightradar24, the plane -- Boeing 777-337 (ER) — took off from the national capital at a little past 11.40 am and the route shows it flying over Pakistan and Iran, among other countries.
The sources said the permission came late from Pakistan authorities for the prime minister's plane to fly over its airspace. In case, permission was not given, there was an alternative plan for the prime minister and his entourage to make a stop at Frankfurt and then proceed to the US, they added.
In October 2019, Pakistan had denied India's request to use its airspace for Modi''s flight to Saudi Arabia. The same year in September also, Pakistan had denied overflight clearance for the prime minister's aircraft.
09:58 (IST)
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For Quad Summit, Modi to meet with Biden, Morrison and Suga
On the Quad Summit, prime minister Narendra Modi said his meeting with president Joe Biden, Prime Minister Scott Morrison of Australia and Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga of Japan would provide an opportunity to take stock of the outcomes of a virtual summit in March and "identify priorities for future engagements based on our shared vision for the Indo-Pacific region".
09:41 (IST)
Narendra Modi in US Day 1 LATEST Updates
Meetings lined up for PM on Day 1 of visit
- Narendra Modi's one-on-one meeting with CEOs of top Global companies - Adobe, General Atomics, Qualcomm, First Solar & Blackstone at Washington DC @7:15pm IST onwards
- Modi’s bilateral with Australian PM Scott Morrison at Washington DC @11 pm IST
- Modi’s bilateral with US VP Kamala Harris at Washington DC @00:45 am IST (Friday)
- Modi’s bilateral meeting with Japanese PM Yoshihide Suga at Washington DC, @3 am IST (Friday)
09:18 (IST)
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PM calls for mutual recognition of vaccine certificates amid UK row
On Wedesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for mutual recognition of vaccine certificates to ease international travel amid several countries adopting different sets of rules to allow foreigners to enter their territory in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Modi made the remarks at the virtual Global COVID-19 summit for world leaders hosted by US president Joe Biden.
His address comes on a day when the UK government issued an updated international travel advisory to include AstraZeneca Covishield among the eligible COVID-19 vaccine formulations but kept India out of the 18 countries on an approved vaccinations list, requiring Indians to follow rules set out for "non-vaccinated" travellers.
"We also need to focus on addressing the pandemic’s economic effects. To that end, international travel should be made easier, through mutual recognition of vaccine certificates," Modi said.
The summit is being convened on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.
09:11 (IST)
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Watch | Narendra Modi arrives at his Washington hotel
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at the hotel in Washington DC, US pic.twitter.com/vlZRsIHUhw
— ANI (@ANI) September 22, 2021
09:02 (IST)
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Indian diaspora has distinguished itself across the world: PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commended Indian Diaspora for distinguishing itself across the world as he received a warm welcome from the community on his arrival here. He was greeted by groups of Indian Americans at the airport soon after his plane landed here Wednesday and later at the hotel where he had an interaction with the members of the community.
Grateful to the Indian community in Washington DC for the warm welcome. Our diaspora is our strength, Modi said in a tweet along with a set of pictures of his interaction with the Indian American CEOs. It is commendable how the Indian diaspora has distinguished itself across the world, Modi said.
One of the signature events of the Prime Minister's overseas visit has been his meetings with the diaspora community in large gatherings. However, due to the current COVID-19 situation, the prime minister is unlikely to have a large gathering or meeting with the diaspora.
Modi has been popular among Indian Americans, who constitute more than 1.2 percent of the country's population
-PTI
08:52 (IST)
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PM receives a warm welcome in Washington, say 'our diaspora is our strength'
Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from some members of the Indian community at Joint Base Andrews in Washington DC. Modi was greeted by a crowd of Indian Americans, who were chanting his name and waving the Indian flag, reported ANI.
He stepped out of his motorcade to interact with the Indians waiting at the airport. The crowd was chanting his name and waving the Indian flag amid light showers. The prime minister was seen smiling and shaking handing with the members of the Indian community.
Upon his arrival at the airport, he was received by US Department of State officials including T H Brian McKeon, US Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources at Joint Base Andrews in Washington DC.
See photos of his warm welcome here
Grateful to the Indian community in Washington DC for the warm welcome. Our diaspora is our strength. It is commendable how the Indian diaspora has distinguished itself across the world. pic.twitter.com/6cw2UR2uLH
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 22, 2021
08:45 (IST)
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PM to interact with global CEOs to highlight opportunities in India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said he would highlight economic opportunities in India during his meetings with CEOs in Washington. On Thursday, the prime minister is scheduled to hold one-on-one meetings with the top five American CEOs.
Two of them are Indian Americans — Shantanu Narayen from Adobe and Vivek Lall from General Atomics. The three others being Cristiano E Amon from Qualcomm, Mark Widmar from First Solar, and Stephen A Schwarzman from Blackstone.
08:37 (IST)
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PM arrives in Washington DC, to meet Kamala Harris, global CEOs
On the itinerary-packed first day of his US visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold meetings with Australian counterpart Scott Morrison, US Vice President Kamala Harris and the select heads of corporates that have the potential to invest significantly in India.
According to sources, Prime Minister Modi will start his day by meeting with select heads of corporates in the United States.
Landed in Washington DC. Over the next two days, will be meeting @POTUS @JoeBiden and @VP @KamalaHarris, Prime Ministers @ScottMorrisonMP and @sugawitter. Will attend the Quad meeting and would also interact with leading CEOs to highlight economic opportunities in India. pic.twitter.com/56pt7hnQZ8
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 22, 2021
Narendra Modi in US LATEST Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian PM Scott Morrison held a bilateral meeting in Washington DC, the US today.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said he would highlight economic opportunities in India during his meetings with CEOs. On Thursday, the prime minister is scheduled to hold one-o-one meetings with top five American CEOs.
On the itinerary-packed first day of his US visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold meetings with Australian counterpart Scott Morrison, US Vice President Kamala Harris and the select heads of corporates that have the potential to invest significantly in India.
According to sources, Prime Minister Modi will start his day by meeting with select heads of corporates in the United States. The CEOs will include the heads of Qualcomm, Adobe, Blackstone, General Atomics and First Solar. The prime minister reached Washington on Wednesday local time.
"Prime Minister will start the day with meetings with select heads of corporates in the United States I think these are CEOs that represent fairly large corporate interests, companies that have particular expertise and invested in India and has the potential to invest significantly in India," the source added.
"They represent diverse areas from technology, the IT sector to finance to defence to renewable energy. I think it is a very good mix of CEOs, that would be meeting Prime Minister Modi on a one-to-one basis, investments in the United States have been very important and very significant in India's recent development activities in line with our major economic initiatives, the flagship program. In particular what we call Make in India," the source further added.
On Thursday afternoon, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to meet Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison. The official said that Prime Minister Modi is looking forward to meeting Prime Minister Morrison on a range of issues.
"In the afternoon, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet Australian counterpart Scott Morrison. They have met on a number of occasions on the sidelines of various international conferences, Prime Minister Morrison recently called Prime Minister Modi to brief him about the plan to go ahead with the AUKUS Alliance," he said.
"And I think, you know this meeting has been long overdue because Prime Minister Morrison was to visit India in January last year but he couldn't be here, he could not make it because of the fairly severe fires at that time in parts of Australia. He was then supposed to come in May last year but because of the COVID situation he could not make it," the source added.
Biden will host PM Modi at the White House on 24 September, this is going to be the first in-person meeting between the two leaders after Biden took over as the US President on 20 January.
Ahead of leaving for the US to participate in Quad Leaders' Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said his visit will be an occasion to strengthen the strategic partnership with the United States, Japan and Australia.
He will then come to the White House where he will meet Vice President Kamala Harris in her ceremonial office. The discussion on issues is expected to range from a number of issues of interest to both sides.
"We have allocated one hour for the discussions and discussions are expected to range from a number of issues of interest to both sides, from the management of COVID-19 to issues like cooperation in the high tech sector the space sector, where the Vice President has an interest and owned a number of areas including the resilient and secure supply chain are something that both sides have great interest in," he said.
