Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with several American CEOs on his recent state visit to the US, seeking technological collaboration and investment opportunities. Modi met Applied Materials’ President and CEO, Gary E. Dickerson, to discuss the company’s contribution to technology development in India and their potential involvement with academic institutions to strengthen the semiconductor ecosystem. He also met with General Electric (GE)’s CEO, Lawrence Culp Jr., to discuss the company’s long-term commitment to manufacturing in India and increase collaboration in various sectors. Additionally, Modi invited the Indian-American CEO of Micron, Sanjay Mehrotra, to boost semiconductor manufacturing in India and take advantage of the competitive advantages the country can offer.
These meetings focused on promoting technology collaboration and investment opportunities between India and the US, particularly in areas such as aviation and renewable energy. On Thursday, Modi is scheduled to address the US Congress and attend a state dinner hosted by President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, further highlighting the diplomatic relations between the two countries.
The Indian government has been promoting its Make in India campaign, aiming to increase domestic manufacturing and attract foreign investment. These meetings with CEOs from high tech industries show India’s commitment to strengthening its technological capabilities and building partnerships with international companies. Through these collaborations, India aims to boost job growth and provide a skilled workforce to its growing tech industry. The PM’s visit to the US is a step towards forging stronger ties between the two countries and fostering future technological collaborations.
