Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the United States as historic. According to Sitharaman, the visit has redefined the partnership between India and the United States, ultimately contributing towards the achievement of their respective national goals. She also stated that during his visit and address to the joint session of the US Congress, Modi expressed clearly how India and the US could work together towards the global order.
Speaking further on the visit, the Finance Minister said that both India and the US established steps which would result in greater realization of our national goals. Sitharaman called the PM’s visit a significant event and a matter of pride for everyone in the country that a Prime Minister had been called to address a joint session of the US Congress for the second time.
During his visit to the US, Prime Minister Modi attended various events and met top Indian and American CEOs, including Tesla CEO Elon Musk. He received a ceremonial welcome and guard of honor at the White House upon his arrival. He was hosted by US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for a state dinner at the White House, as well as a State Luncheon by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Vice President Kamala Harris.
On June 22, Modi became the first Indian leader to address a joint session of the US Congress twice, with his first address to a joint meeting of the US Congress in 2016. His recent visit to the US is seen as a significant step towards further strengthening ties between the two countries.
The partnership between India and the United States is crucial in promoting global stability, promoting economic growth and security, and addressing climate change. The two countries have a strong relationship in multiple sectors, including defense, trade, energy, health, and education, among others. The outcome of Modi’s visit to the US is expected to contribute towards strengthening and expanding this partnership further.
Overall, the Finance Minister’s remarks highlighted the importance of Prime Minister Modi’s visit to the US and its potential impact on India’s future. The visit is seen as an opportunity to redefine the India-US relationship, ultimately contributing towards the realization of both countries’ national goals. As the two countries look to enhance their partnership in the future, further cooperation and collaboration are likely to strengthen their ties in multiple areas.
