Key Takeaways
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed the India-US trade deal as a “landmark moment” that will elevate economic ties.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden welcomed a key MoU on Semiconductor Supply Chain partnership.
- PM Modi’s US state visit includes a historic address to the US Congress and high-level meetings.
In a significant boost to bilateral relations, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has praised the newly signed India-US trade agreement, calling it a “landmark moment” that will propel economic cooperation to new heights.
Singh stated the deal is a win-win for both nations, promising to boost trade, investment, and create fresh opportunities for businesses and citizens.
Leaders Hail Strategic Partnership
The announcement coincided with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official state visit to the United States. Both Modi and US President Joe Biden celebrated the signing of a crucial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Semiconductor Supply Chain and Partnership.
“Great meeting with my friend President @JoeBiden. Our nations are committed to deepening the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership for global good,” PM Modi posted on X.
“Great seeing you, my friend @narendramodi. The partnership between our nations is critical as we work to ensure a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific and world,” President Biden responded.
PM Modi’s Packed US Itinerary
PM Modi’s visit, spanning June 21-24, is packed with high-profile engagements that underscore the deepening ties:
- June 22: Address to the Joint Session of the US Congress – his second such address after 2016. He will also be hosted by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for a State Dinner at the White House.
- June 23: A luncheon jointly hosted by US Vice President Kamala Harris and Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
- The Prime Minister will also address the Indian diaspora at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington DC.
This series of engagements highlights the multifaceted strategic dialogue between the world’s two largest democracies, spanning trade, technology, and geopolitics.
