U.S. Vice President JD Vance has arrived in India for a four-day visit. His flight landed at Delhi's Palam Airport at 9:45 AM on Monday, and he was greeted with a Guard of Honor. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw welcomed him. On his first day, Vance headed to the Prime Minister's House for a meeting with PM Narendra Modi. This visit is seen as pivotal in fostering new avenues of cooperation and strengthening ties between the two nations.
Encounter Between PM Modi and JD Vance
At the Prime Minister's residence on 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, a meeting took place between PM Narendra Modi and JD Vance. PM Modi extended a warm welcome to Vance and his family, rolling out the red carpet for them.
Source: aajtak
Source: aajtak
JD Vance Arrives at the Prime Minister's House
JD Vance visited PM Modi at the Prime Minister's residence with heightened security protocols. Discussions are expected to cover Indo-U.S. trade, tariff issues, defense collaboration, the Quad alliance, and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This visit is instrumental in setting the stage for President Trump's upcoming trip to India and ongoing tariff negotiations. A dinner will be hosted for Vance.
The Prime Minister will host the American delegation at his 7 Lok Kalyan Marg residence.
JD Vance’s Special Visit to India with Family
JD Vance's visit to India is particularly significant, as it's his first trip since becoming Vice President, and he is accompanied by his family, including wife Usha and children Ivan, Vivek, and Mirabel.
JD Vance Visits Akshardham Temple
JD Vance, alongside his family, visited the renowned Akshardham Temple in Delhi, where they received a grand welcome. Vance stated, "My children loved the Akshardham Temple. I thank you for the warm hospitality."
What Did Nirmala Sitharaman Say About the India-US Trade Deal?
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced in San Francisco that India and the US aim to finalize the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement by autumn this year. While addressing the Indian community at the VU Institute, she mentioned, "Both countries are working towards finalizing the agreement by fall." This agreement aims to mitigate the impact of tariffs under the Trump administration and achieve a trade target of nearly $500 billion by 2030.
What Makes Vance's India Visit Special?
Significant discussions on trade, tariffs, and Indo-US relations between PM Modi and Vance highlight India's burgeoning role on the global stage. This visit aims to foster connections beyond formal diplomacy, resonating with personal roots since Usha Vance is of Indian descent. It showcases the changing perspective of India globally.
