Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington DC Thursday (local time) for a bilateral meeting with President Donald Trump. He also met US intel chief Tulsi Gabbard.
The meeting between the two leaders comes amid heightened tensions surrounding Trump's trade tariffs on several countries, his controversial Gaza peace plan, and his ongoing mass deportation of illegal immigrants. These issues are likely to feature prominently in their discussions as both leaders seek to strengthen bilateral ties.
PM Modi will be the fourth global leader to meet Trump at the White House since his inauguration on January 20. The US President has already hosted Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Japan's Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, and Jordan's King Abdullah during the early weeks of his second presidency.
Live Updates On PM Modi's US Visit:
When Indira Gandhi Visited Blair House
Then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had visited the Blair House Library during her 1971 US visit.
About Blair House, Where PM Modi Will Stay In US
Prime Narendra Modi will be staying at the Blair House -- the historic guest lodging for dignitaries visiting the White House.
Located at 1651 Pennsylvania Avenue, directly across the street from the White House, this historic home is no ordinary guest house. Blair House has hosted Presidents, royalty, and world leaders, earning its nickname as "the world's most exclusive hotel".
It is a luxurious, 70,000-square-foot extension of the White House. It's not just one house.
Blair House is a complex of four interconnected townhouses. With 119 rooms, including 14 guest bedrooms, 35 bathrooms, three formal dining rooms, and a fully equipped beauty salon, Blair House is equipped to offer its guests a five-star experience. The decor is a reflection of American history and craftsmanship, with antique furniture, fine art, and countless historical artefacts.
"Discussed India-US Ties": PM Modi After Tulsi Gabbard Meet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Tulsi Gabbard, who was confirmed as the US Intel chief a day ago.
He said that they discussed various aspects of the India-US ties.
PM Modi Meets Tulsi Gabbard
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard on the first day of his US visit.
Modi-Trump Meet: What's Likely On The Agenda?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be hosted by the US President Donald Trump in what would be the first bilateral talks between the two leaders after Trump assumed the presidency for a second term last month.
With Trump's tariff policy sending shockwave across the world, Modi's key priority is likely to be to pre-empt any punitive trade action by Washington against India. People closely tracking India-US ties said there is a possibility of both sides exploring the option of looking at a trade pact to avoid high tariffs and expand the overall trade basket.
In their meeting, the two leaders are likely to broadly focus on ramping up India-US cooperation in sectors like trade, investment, energy, defence, technology and immigration.
The prime minister's visit to the American capital comes days after the Trump administration deported 104 Indians in handcuffs and shackles on a military aircraft that sparked outrage in India.
Modi and Trump are likely to focus on boosting the energy ties.
Will Keep Working Closely For Benefit Of Our People: PM Modi Ahead Of Trump Meeting
Landed in Washington DC a short while ago. Looking forward to meeting @POTUS Donald Trump and building upon the India-USA Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Our nations will keep working closely for the benefit of our people and for a better future for our planet.… pic.twitter.com/dDMun17fPq
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2025
Watch: PM Modi Arrives In US
#WATCH | Washington, DC: Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands at Joint Base Andrews
— ANI (@ANI) February 12, 2025
PM Modi is visiting US on February 12-13 and will hold a meeting with US President Donald Trump.
(Video source - ANI/DD) pic.twitter.com/fpGy4BMPUL
PM Modi Lands In US For 2-Day Visit, To Hold Bilateral Talks With Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Washington, D.C., for bilateral talks with President Donald Trump amid heightened tensions over America’s new tariff policies and its approach to illegal immigration.
The Prime Minister will be hosted by the U.S. President on Thursday, marking the first bilateral talks between the two leaders since Trump assumed the presidency for a second term last month.
Trump To Sign Order On Reciprocal Tariffs Ahead Of PM Modi's US Visit
US President Donald Trump committed Wednesday to announcing "reciprocal tariffs" on other countries, saying he could sign an order for them within a day, a move that could open new fronts in a trade war.
During election campaigning, Trump had promised: "An eye for an eye, a tariff for a tariff, same exact amount."
Analysts expect reciprocal duties involve hiking tariff rates on US imports to match the rate that exporting countries charge on American products.
Watch: Members of Indian Diaspora Gather At Outside Of Blair House To Welcome PM Modi
#WATCH | Srinivas, a member of Indian diaspora, says, " ...Indian-American diaspora is here to welcome PM Modi. We are so excited..." https://t.co/J74dpQJVwN pic.twitter.com/U0hIPrv9wV
— ANI (@ANI) February 12, 2025
Why PM Modi-Trump Meeting Is Important For India
This "official working visit" makes Modi the fourth foreign leader to be hosted by the White House since President Donald Trump took office on January 20, 2025.
Blair House Decked Up With Indian Flag As PM Modi Is Set To Arrive In Washington
#WATCH | Blair House decked up with Indian flag as PM Modi is set to arrive in Washington, DC
— ANI (@ANI) February 12, 2025
PM Modi is visiting US on February 12-13 and will hold a meeting with US President Donald Trump. pic.twitter.com/gPL2mDxGwE
PM Modi Likely To Meet Elon Musk In US
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet Elon Musk during his visit to the US and Starlink's entry in the South Asian Market could be discussed during the meeting, Reuters reported, citing two people familiar with the plans.
Musk is likely to hold a meeting with PM Modi and the Indian government expects these could include Starlink's plans to start satellite broadband services in India, Reuters reported citing two sources, who did not want to be named as the plans are private.
Musk is likely to hold a meeting with PM Modi and the Indian government expects these could include Starlink's plans to start satellite broadband services in India, Reuters reported citing two sources, who did not want to be named as the plans are private.
