India-US Collaboration Crucial to Counter China, Says US Congressman Ahead of PM Modi's Visit

India, US need to work together to counter China: Congressman on PM Modi's visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in the US Saturday for a three day visit that includes the Quad summit a bilateral meeting with President Joe Biden, an address to the Indian diaspora at the Nassau stadium and an address to the Summit of the Future. At the Quad, China is expected to be a key focus of discussion. US National Security Council (NSC) Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby on September 19 had said that China will certainly be "high on the agenda" at the Summit. Indian origin Congressman Shri Thanedar says India and US need to work together to counter China. Also Read: QUAD enters consolidation stage, expect decisive steps in Delaware "China is becoming very aggressive and India and the US need to form a very strong bond, whether it is in technology, defence, science, commerce. We need to have strong ties with India. India and US need to work together because China is becoming aggressive and the only way for us to slow down China is to have a strong India-US relationship. PM Modi has a very good chemistry with President Joe Biden. PM Modi also had a great relationship with President Trump. So, he is a very charismatic leader and America values PM Modi for the leadership that he has provided to India," Shri Thanedar said. Also Read: 'Quad key group of like-minded countries': PM Modi ahead of US visit "China has no regard for intellectual technology. China has no regard for regards for patterns. China is very aggressive, it does not follow human rights. It doesn't follow workers' rights in its country and they have an unfair advantage when it comes to economy, tariffs. So, we need to counter-balance that aggression of China. When India and US come together and collaborate even at a greater length, that will be very hopeful. I think President Biden is going to stress to PM Modi that we need a stronger collaboration, much more give and take on defence and on technology - whether it is AI or pharmaceutical technology or different areas of commerce, we need to collaborate together so that we can help each other and people of each other's countries," Thanedar added. Also Read: Narendra Modi in US: PM to attend Quad summit, address Indian diaspora | Full itinerary Shri Thanedar who represents Michigan's 13th Congressional District says the Quad summit is an opportunity for the countries to build on their relationship. "A lot of it is economic collaboration. All these four countries need to work together to help each other's economy. During COVID time, the economy suffered all over the world and the US came out of those economic problems very quickly because of President Biden's leadership. That needs to continue and India and US, and all Quad countries need to work together in building this new relationship between these four countries," he said. The Indian diaspora is also excited to get an opportunity to interact with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New York. Over 24,000 Indian-Americans have registered to attend his community event on September 22 at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Long Island, which has a seating capacity of 15,000. This event, titled "Modi & US: Progress Together," will be a celebration of the diversity and success of the Indian-American community, featuring cultural performances and appearances by prominent Indian-American figures. "The Indian diaspora in America is very excited about PM Modi's visit to America. There are a lot of people who love PM Modi, they appreciate what he has done for the country - increasing the economic power of India. India has become a super economic power because of the vision of PM Narendra Modi and the Indian-Americans who are all over the US are very excited to welcome him as he lands." Thanedar said. PM Modi is visiting the US at a political important time as the country gears up for the Presidential polls in November. Incumbent Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump square up for the race. "Economy is very important. Also, border control, we have a lot of migration of illegal immigrants into the US. So, American people want to stop that. So, immigration is going to be a big issue. Economy, prices, inflation - all of those are going to be very big issues. Also, abortion rights, women's rights, workers' rights, these are all on the ballot. So, it is very important which candidate wins because there is a night and day difference between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris...I believe Kamala Harris is the right leader, she is getting a lot of support. There is a lot of enthusiasm among African-Americans, there is a lot of enthusiasm among young people, there is a lot of enthusiasm among women...So, all eyes are on Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, and what I see is that right now the election is leaning toward Kamala Harris," said Congressman Shri Thanedar.

India-US need to work together to counter China: US Congressman Shri Thanedar ahead of Quad meeting

"China is becoming very aggressive and India and the US need to form a very strong bond, whether it is in technology, defence, science, commerce. We need to have strong ties with India. India and US need to work together because China is becoming aggressive and the only way for us to slow down China is to have a strong India-US relationship. PM Modi has a very good chemistry with President Joe Biden. PM Modi also had a great relationship with President Trump. So, he is a very charismatic leader and America values PM Modi for the leadership that he has provided to India," Shri Thanedar said. "China has no regard for intellectual technology. China has no regard for regards for patterns. China is very aggressive, it does not follow human rights. It doesn't follow workers' rights in its country and they have an unfair advantage when it comes to economy, tariffs. So, we need to counter-balance that aggression of China. When India and US come together and collaborate even at a greater length, that will be very hopeful. I think President Biden is going to stress to PM Modi that we need a stronger collaboration, much more give and take on defence and on technology - whether it is AI or pharmaceutical technology or different areas of commerce, we need to collaborate together so that we can help each other and people of each other's countries," Thanedar added. Shri Thanedar who represents Michigan's 13th Congressional District says the Quad summit is an opportnunity for the countries to build on their relationship. "A lot of it is economic collaboration. All these four countries need to work together to help each other's economy. During COVID time, the economy suffered all over the world and the US came out of those economic problems very quickly because of President Biden's leadership. That needs to continue and India and US, and all Quad countries need to work together in building this new relationship between these four countries," he said. The Indian diaspora is also excited to get an opportunity to interact with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New York. Over 24,000 Indian-Americans have registered to attend his community event on September 22 at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Long Island, which has a seating capacity of 15,000. This event, titled "Modi & US: Progress Together," will be a celebration of the diversity and success of the Indian-American community, featuring cultural performances and appearances by prominent Indian-American figures. "The Indian diaspora in America is very excited about PM Modi's visit to America. There are a lot of people who love PM Modi, they appreciate what he has done for the country - increasing the economic power of India. India has become a super economic power because of the vision of PM Narendra Modi and the Indian-Americans who are all over the US are very excited to welcome him as he lands." Thanedar said. PM Modi is visiting the US at a political important time as the country gears up for the Presidential polls in November. Incumbent Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump square up for the race. "Economy is very important. Also, border control, we have a lot of migration of illegal immigrants into the US. So, American people want to stop that. So, immigration is going to be a big issue. Economy, prices, inflation - all of those are going to be very big issues. Also, abortion rights, women's rights, workers' rights, these are all on the ballot. So, it is very important which candidate wins because there is a night and day difference between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris...I believe Kamala Harris is the right leader, she is getting a lot of support. There is a lot of enthusiasm among African-Americans, there is a lot of enthusiasm among young people, there is a lot of enthusiasm among women...So, all eyes are on Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, and what I see is that right now the election is leaning toward Kamala Harris," said Congressman Shri Thanedar. (ANI)

Quad leaders' summit, tech roundtable & meeting Indian diaspora, what's on Modi's 3-day US itinerary

The Leaders' Summit was to be held by India in 2024, but New Delhi pushed it to 2025 at the request of the US, allowing Biden to host Modi, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Australian premier Anthony Albanese one last time. The four leaders are expected to cover a wide range of topics in that half day, including the situation in Gaza as well as the Russia-Ukraine war, and stability in the Indo-Pacific. Bilateral meetings with all three leaders are also expected to be a part of Modi's itinerary, said Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri at a press briefing Thursday. Misri refused to comment on whether India would present its peace proposal for the Russia-Ukraine war, but highlighted that the Indian leadership had been in contact with the two countries, and that Modi had spoken to Biden following his visit to Kyiv in August. The fourth in-person Quad Summit (and the sixth overall) will be a farewell to both President Biden and PM Kishida. Biden is not standing for a second term, and will end his current term in January 2025, while Kishida has said he will resign by the end of September. On the sidelines of the Quad Leaders' Summit will also be the launch of a collaboration in cancer care -- the Cancer Moonshot -- with plans to expand screenings for cervical cancer across the Indo-Pacific, Misri said. Biden's eldest son Beau passed away in 2015 from cancer, and the Cancer Moonshot is an effort by the US President and First Lady Jill Biden to prevent around four million cancer deaths in the US by 2047. Modi is unlikely to run into Donald Trump during this visit. Though the former president had said at an election event that a meeting would take place, he did not specify dates. Trump's campaign schedule shows he will be in Pennsylvania and North Carolina during those three days. US Vice-President Kamala Harris is also on the campaign trail. Also read: What's Pannun after with his 'murder plot' lawsuit against India, and what happens now A bilateral drug framework between India and the US is expected to be signed during the meeting between Modi and Biden. India will also be depositing its instruments of ratification for the clean economy and fair economy pillars of the IPEF, along with its ratification of the overarching agreement covering the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity. The IPEF, launched in 2022, is a 14 country initiative that consists of four pillars -- trade, supply chains, clean economy and fair economy. India has already ratified the supply chain pillar. New Delhi is not a part of the negotiations on trade. The bilateral meeting will also see the two leaders "have a substantive engagement" to review the "Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership" between India and the US, Misri added. Defence, maritime security and space are expected to figure in their talks. India's burgeoning defence partnership with the US received a boost in August, when the two countries signed two key agreements -- the Security of Supplies Agreement (SOSA) and a Memorandum of Understanding on the Assignment of Liaison Officers. The SOSA, while not a legally-binding agreement, allows the two countries to provide reciprocal support for goods and services that promote national defence. The foreign secretary did not state whether any further agreements were to be signed in this sector, emphasising that these "issues are under discussion" and it was difficult to say at this time whether they had "reached a level" where an agreement could be announced. On 22 September, Modi will meet the Indian community at an event in Long Island, New York, which is being organised locally. Modi will also host a roundtable with CEOs from large technology companies, especially in areas of artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing and bio-technology. Leaders of some of the US' largest technology companies are expected to be present, though the foreign secretary did not share further details. The PM's visit to the US wraps up with his address to the United Nations Summit of the Future on 23 September. Modi will outline India's priority, namely inclusive and equitable sustainable development, South-South cooperation and the issues facing the Global South. Misri said many challenges raised during the third Voice of Global South summit in India may find mention during the Summit of the Future. The two-day summit is an attempt by the UN to bring together world leaders to create a new global consensus on issues of the present and challenges of the future. Multiple bilateral meetings between Modi and other country heads are expected in New York. The foreign secretary emphasised there were still "too many moving parts" to announce the final list of the bilateral meetings.

PM Modi's US Visit Schedule: Quad, UN Summits, Farewell to Biden, Russia-Ukraine Conflict, Community Event on Agenda

PM Modi will attend a community event 'Modi & US' in Long Island at the Nassau Veterans Memorial in Coliseum, for which 24,000 people have already registered. Right ahead of the US Elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States from September 21 to 23. This is the first visit of PM Modi in his third term and this visit is also significant as this time, along with bilateral issues, QUAD, concerns of Global South, the focus of PM Modi is also on the war in Europe as he recently visited both Russia and Ukraine. This time, the Prime Minister's visit would be short but loaded with engagements, roundtables, bilateral meets and he would also not be going to Washington DC. PM Modi will also not be addressing the high-level UNGA Session. Modi will first visit Wilmington in Delaware as US President Joe Biden will host him and other Quad Leaders at his home for QUAD Leaders' meet. PM Modi and President Biden have had nine engagements since 2022 at multilateral events and during visits, which also include one telephonic conversation and one virtual summit. PM Modi will also hold bilateral meeting with all three leaders - President Biden, Prime Minister Kishida of Japan and PM Antony Albanese of Australia - on Sunday after concluding QUAD Summit. On the sidelines of the QUAD Summit, a special event has been planned - the Cancer moonshot event. PM Modi will attend a community event 'Modi & US' in Long Island at the Nassau Veterans Memorial in Coliseum. The preparation for the event has been going on for about a month and the event is already overbooked as the capacity is 15,000, but more than 24,000 Indians have registered for it. Indian Americans from 42 states are expected to attend the event and the response has been particularly strong from the tri-state area. PM Modi will also be chairing a Roundtable with CEOs of American companies working in AI, Quantum Computing, Biotechnology, Cutting Edge Technology. On the third day, which is September 23, Prime Minister Modi will address a gathering of world leaders at the Summit of the Future (SOTF) at United Nations and on the sidelines, he is expected to hold bilateral meetings with other Heads of states visiting New York for UNGA. At a press briefing ahead of the Prime Minister's US visit, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, "This visit combines many aspects. It has a very important bilateral aspect to it, a very important plurilateral aspect to it, and an equally important multilateral aspect to it." QUAD summit will be the key highlight of the visit as the summit had been getting delayed since January when India was planning it around the Republic Day Event and then due to election season in India and United States, both countries could not work on schedule. QUAD this time is also special as it would be President Biden's and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's farewell summit as Kishida has announced to step down. The US is also sending a message by organising the summit in Biden's hometown to show the cozy relationship between countries. The Quad agenda covers health and security, climate change, critical and emerging tech, HADR Infra connectivity, maritime security and counter terrorism. The leaders in Delaware will review the progress achieved in the last one year and set the agenda for the next year. This time, Quad's joint statement could see a change in language, which will perhaps will have a reflection of views of all countries on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. PM Modi is the only leader in Quad who has visited both Russia and Ukraine. QUAD saw a natural evolution and elevation in 2021 to the levels of leaders with first meeting taking place in March 2021. The practical work of the Quad is taken forward through six Leader Level Working Groups and other initiatives. PM Modi will also hold a bilateral meeting with President Biden. India and US are expected to exchange a few agreements including Indo-Pacific economic framework related agreements and an India-US Drug Framework MoU. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, "Prime Minister Modi and President Biden will also have the opportunity to review the comprehensive global strategic partnership between India and United States which today covers almost every aspect of human endeavour through the 50-Plus engagements and bilateral dialogue mechanisms that we have between the two sides." Both leaders will review the progress made in areas of cooperation as there have also been certain hiccups in the India-US relationship due to alleged assassination plot to kill Khalistani leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, in which investigation is still underway. India has also formed a committee to look into the allegations. This visit could be helpful to clear out differences between two countries. India and US have many areas of cooperation and one of them is defence, which includes procurement of 31 MQ-9B Predator Drones, Joint Manufacturing of Stryker Infantry Combat Vehicles and Co Production of GE F414 Engines in India. The Ukraine issue likely to be discussed between two sides. At the Summit of Future at United Nations, PM Modi will address world leaders and is likely to highlight the concerns of the countries from Global South since India held a summit for Global South in August. He may also speak on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. "The summit is being held at a time of conflict, tensions and divisions in the the world. There is obvious deficit of development in the world at large and the Global South is at a risk of being left behind on account of current development," Misri said. PM Modi will also hold bilateral meetings with other world leaders on the sidelines of the summit. PM Modi is likely to meet Benjamin Netanyahu as reported in Israel. Bangladesh Chief Adviser Mohammad Yunus has also sought time from PM Modi to meet, but there is no confirmation yet on whether this meeting will take place. Meanwhile, the suspense over whether PM Modi will meet former US President Donald Trump continues. Many familiar with the visit have said that if Modi meets Trump, he will also have to meet Democrat Candidate Kamala Harris to balance things and given PM Modi's tight schedule in the short visit, that may not be on te cards. Foreign secretary Vikram Misri said he could not comment on the meeting at this point in time.

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What's on the agenda apart from the Quad Summit and UN meetings? The timing of PM Modi's visit to the UN makes it even more interesting - this is the 4th time Mr Modi has travelled to UN during what's called High Level Week - after 2014, 2019 and 2021., although he will not address the UN General Assembly this year. Here's what's on the agenda: 1. Quad Summit with US President Biden, Japan PM Kishida and Australian PM Albanese. The Quad is expected to be a warm send-off for 2 leaders who are retiring soon- Biden and Kishida. PM is meeting them in Wilmington Delaware before he heads to New York. What to Watch for: Modi's statement on India's role in Russia-Ukraine peacemaking, Quad joint Statement on China, and on any kind of military or maritime partnership involving the navies. 2. UN Summit of the Future: SoTF is an important initiative by the UN Secretary General to consider where the world body needs to improve, reforms and other issues: A Pact of the Future will be signed. What to Watch for: Which other leaders Modi meets on the sidelines- incl Bangladesh, Ukraine, Israel will be important. Also, a meeting of the G4 Brazil, Germany, India, Japan grouping will be significant on UNSC expansion that they have all a joint proposal on. 3. Diaspora event: PM Modi is back to do a massive diaspora event in a stadium for the first time since 2019 and the Howdy Modi event in Texas. This time it is an event called "Modi and US: Progress together"- a slightly personalized title- but meant to be a rally for the diaspora- with around 16,000 expected in the audience at the Nassau Colliseum in New York. What to watch for: Will there be political messaging of the kind we saw in Texas with Abki Baar...? Also will there also be protests of the kind he faced in 2019 and 2021 by other members of the diaspora? There is also the case about an alleged India intelligence plot against diaspora Khalistani leader Pannun- the DoJ trial is underway and a New York court has issued summons in a civil case against NSA Doval, who will accompany Modi to the US, as well as 3 others. 4. Meetings with Business leaders: According to the MEA schedule- Modi will focus on meetings CEOs of companies at the cutting edge of Artificial Intelligence, semiconductors, quantum computing, biotechnology also . What to Watch: Which business leaders will Modi meet - all eyes will be on Tesla, X and Starlink owner Elon Musk? Finally, given the visit is so close to US elections, will the PM meet either or both the presidential contenders Donald Trump and Kamala Harris? When asked about whether Mr. Modi is indeed meeting Trump, and whether he will meet Harris too, here is what Foreign Secretary Misri said that no meeting had been fixed thus far: "On the remarks that have been made by former President Trump and whether they will come up in a discussion, I think we first need to work our way through to fixing a meeting and then look at the issues." Clearly Trump misspoke or spoke prematurely there. So how is the race going? A dead heat- the latest New York Polls says voters are tied 47% each between Trump and Harris- In the average of polls, Kamala Harris is 2% ahead of Donald Trump. In the battleground map however- Trump still has an edge but, after the First TV Debate between Trump and Harris, where she won by all accounts, Harris is getting closer. It all comes down to 7 swing states as they are known- Arizona, Georgia, North Carolina where Trump is ahead and Michigan, Nevada, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin where Harris leads. We can see that the Modi-Trump bonhomie has been far greater than with Modi-Harris, despite Kamala Harris's Indian parentage. Let's just look at 5 issues that might make a difference: Trade: As President Trump slapped new tariffs on India, withdrew India's GSP status but tried to negotiate an FTA. Harris will not favour FTA negotiations, but the Biden administration did end all WTO disputes with India, and is likely to build on that. Both are likely to be protectionist, although Harris will make more exceptions for national security reasons. China: Both will escalate the US-China rivalry and talk tough, however Trump will expect more in return from India for any agreements, and might insist on India stepping up to do more in the Quad as well. Russia-Ukraine: A Harris administration will steer the course on Ukraine, and may want to encourage India to get involved in peace efforts, while Trump is likely to want to effect peace himself and won't put pressure on India to cut ties with Russia. Climate Change: A Harris administration will fund more renewable transition for India but will expect more in terms of climate action, whereas Trump will not be so worried about climate goals- and may push India into buying more US energy, and complete the Tellurian deal announced in 2019 but never done. Immigration: While both will probably clamp down on illegal immigration and increase deportation, Trump will likely cut down on immigration for professionals from India as well. His comments at the debate on how he sees immigrants are the subject of memes like this one. Human rights: Harris will continue the Democrat messaging on Human rights issues in India, esp as she is close to the progressives, Trump is not expected to take up human rights, NGOs, minority rights or democratic decline issues at all if he is elected. Worldview take: India-US share 25 years of year-on-year growth in ties, and while personal connections might differ at the leadership level, bilateral ties are set to be positive- no matter how negative and polarized the campaign in the US may get this point on. Host: Suhasini Haidar Production: Shibu Narayan and Sabika Syed Published - September 20, 2024 11:55 pm IST Read Comments

PM Modi's crucial US visit in a time of global uncertainty

As the external affairs ministry (MEA) has said, the visit combines many elements - the all-important bilateral aspect of India-US ties, the very important plurilateral element of the Quad and an equally important multilateral aspect at the United Nations. The first leg of the visit at Wilmington, Delaware, will combine the bilateral and plurilateral elements as President Joe Biden will be hosting the Quad leaders at home. The invitation to Wilmington is a special gesture towards Modi and other Quad leaders, as Biden bids adieu to politics at the end of a long and remarkable career. There are other special gestures expected during the course of the Wilmington leg, as this will be the last in-person and official meeting between Modi and Biden. The special gestures will acknowledge and celebrate PM's personal commitment to and investment in the India-US relationship which Biden has described as among the "most consequential in the world." At the bilateral level, there will of course be stocktaking of how far relations have progressed between the two countries especially as we come to a historical milestone - a quarter century of close ties. It would not be incorrect to say that a significant part of the consolidation of the relationship has happened in the past decade. In Biden, Modi found a willing partner to propel ties to a new level that includes the possibilities of co-production and innovation. The new framework of India-US cooperation includes cutting-edge technologies under the umbrella of the India-US Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET). A concrete outcome of this kind of cooperation is the fact that an American semiconductor company was the first of at least six projects to date that has tapped into India's PLI scheme. A measure of how far ties have come is the fact that a US company will be co-producing fighter jet engines for India's Light Combat Aircraft. Earlier this year, the US approved the sale of 31 MQ-9B armed drones to India, which is expected to significantly enhance our capability to meet current and future threats by enabling unmanned surveillance and reconnaissance patrols over land and sea. It should be recalled that when the Ukraine conflict began, Biden expressed an understanding of India's position. Significantly, Modi will also inform Biden about his meetings with presidents Vladimir Putin and Zelensky. This will allow both sides to align their views, on this critical issue, to the extent possible. The upcoming Quad Summit - the sixth since 2021 - will serve to reinforce the partnership among four democracies, India, the US, Australia and Japan, with new commitments. The Cancer Moonshot initiative is one of those; through this, the Quad will implement innovative strategies to prevent, detect, treat and alleviate the impact of cancer on patients and families. The first project aims to reduce the burden of cervical cancer in the Indo-Pacific region. Previous similarly notable initiatives of the Quad include the sharing of vaccines during the Covid-19 pandemic, providing space-based maritime domain awareness data to Pacific Island countries to deal with climate, disaster forecasting and illegal fishing, an Open RAN pilot in Palau, providing STEM fellowships and working on improving connectivity in the region. India's own commitment to the Indo-Pacific will be demonstrated by our joining the Clean Economy and Fair Economy pillars of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF). India is already part of the Supply Chain Resilience pillar of the IPEF. This Quad Summit will lay the groundwork for cooperation until next year when India will host the 7th Quad Summit, which will be attended by a new US President and Japanese PM. The second leg of the PM's engagements in the US will see him in New York. Here, one of the engagements will be his meeting with a section of the US's 4.5 million strong and highly successful Indian American community. Contacts with the Indian diaspora have been a hallmark of PM Modi's trips abroad and this meeting with the Indian community is no exception. Modi's engagement with the Indian community (across the globe and in the US) has been aimed at celebrating their achievements in their country of residence, ensuring their connection with the motherland and inviting them to contribute to the success of the "New India" story. These contacts are paying rich dividends for India - in terms of investments -- as our economy looks to become the third largest globally by 2030. Another hallmark of PM's travels to the US is his interaction with key business leaders. During his US visit, Modi will be interacting with some of the big names in the US high-tech sector in areas such as AI, quantum computing, life sciences and biotechnology -with the aim of securing investments and cutting-edge technology transfers to set India firmly on the trajectory to become a developed nation by 2047. The US is the foremost among India's partners of choice to secure the goal of India becoming a developed nation by 2047. The third and last engagement of the PM in the US will be his participation in the UN's Summit of the Future on September 23. The theme of the summit aptly is "Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow." And it comes at a time of an East-West and North-South divide. It also comes at a time of crisis of faith in multilateral bodies like the UN - in their present avatar -- seen as incapable of responding to global crises like the Covid-19 pandemic, the climate change challenge and conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza. Many countries slam the UN for its inefficiency but an equal number look to the UN for support in times of crisis. As confidence in the UN and multilateralism in general falters, the global community is looking for leadership as countries are confronted by tepid economic growth and the prospect of widening conflicts. The UN's "Summit of the Future" conference will focus on youth and digital solutions. In both areas, Modi is best placed among global leaders to share India's experience and best practices with the world. In this context, having navigated the Covid-19 challenge and emerging as a growth engine of the world. PM Modi's initiative of listening and seeking feedback from the countries of the Global South reinforces India's credentials of being a consensus builder, taking everyone along. India's innovations in the digital space - provision of digital identity, the verification of that identity that enables vaccinations and financial transactions besides targeting subsidies to the needy more efficiently- have empowered millions at home. It has been hailed by bodies like the International Monetary Fund as an effective tool to deliver government support to the needy. In addition, India's experience with skills development and training of youth is a best practice that many countries will take note of and emulate. Over the past decade, Modi has developed a close personal rapport with three different US presidents, and overseen a remarkable qualitative transformation in bilateral ties. The result has been remarkable with both countries benefitting from a comprehensive global strategic partnership that has fostered a distinct upswing in trade and investment exchanges, defence cooperation, research & development, technology transfers and support for a vibrant start-up industry in India. Modi's forthcoming visit to the US will consolidate and add momentum to these accomplishments.

Quad Summit, bilateral with Biden, diaspora event, 'Summit of the Future' on PM Modi's US visit agenda

The first program on the PM's agenda will be the annual Quad summit to be held in Wimington, Delware, the hometown of US President Joe Biden. The Sixth Quad summit brings together India, Australia, Japan, and the United States, with a commitment to work as a force for global good and to support an open, free, and inclusive Indo-Pacific that is prosperous and resilient. The summit is also critical for India as it will be hosting the next Summit. PM Modi will join US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Saturday to discuss regional security and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. The last Quad Leaders' Summit, the fifth edition, was held in Hiroshima, Japan on May 20 last year. In addition to the Joint Statement, the "Quad Leaders' Vision Statement - Enduring Partners for the Indo-Pacific" was also released, outlining the Leaders' vision for a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific, and upholding the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and peaceful resolution of disputes. Quad partners are working together to address climate change and support regional partners, in particular the countries in the Indo-Pacific. They are collaborating on sustainable consumption and production, clean hydrogen, disaster risk management, exchanging climate information, green shipping and ports, and capacity building. At the 2023 Leaders' Summit, the Clean Energy Supply Chains Initiative was announced to facilitate research and development and support energy transition in the Indo-Pacific. The Quad Principles of Clean Energy Supply Chains were released to guide engagement with the region on clean energy supply chain development. Quad is also working towards a more secure cyberspace and strengthening cyber resilience and critical infrastructure protection in the Indo-Pacific. At the 2023 Quad Summit, the Quad Joint Principles for Secure Software and the Quad Joint Principles for Cyber Security of Critical Infrastructure were released, to strengthen defences against cyber threats to the software supply chain and critical infrastructure and services. At the 2023 Leaders' Summit, the Leaders decided to evolve the former Quad Vaccine Partnership into a more comprehensive Health Security Partnership to promote coordination and collaboration between Quad countries and partners in the Indo-Pacific to strengthen regional and global health security. It builds on the successful collective efforts to provide safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines, critical medicines, and healthcare equipment to the Indo-Pacific. The Quad shares assessments of regional infrastructure needs and coordinates respective approaches to deliver transparent, demand-driven, quality, and climate-resilient infrastructure. At the 2023 Leaders' Summit, 'Quad Infrastructure Fellowships', aimed to empower more than 1,800 of the region's infrastructure practitioners to design, build, and manage quality infrastructure in their home countries, was announced. 'Quad Partnership for Cable Connectivity and Resilience', aimed to strengthen cable systems in the Indo-Pacific, drawing on Quad countries' world-class expertise in manufacturing, delivering, and maintaining cable infrastructure, was also announced. Quad is also working to exchange Earth observation satellite data and analysis to help Indo-Pacific countries better adapt to climate change, prepare for natural disasters, and better manage oceans and marine resources. A very special event this time on the sidelines of the Quad Summit will be a Cancer Moonshot event, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said in a special briefing on the PM's US visit. Through this milestone initiative, the Quad aims to implement innovative strategies to prevent, detect, treat, and alleviate the impact of cancer on patients and their families. "And to begin with, we intend to collaborate in reducing the burden of cervical cancer in the Indo-Pacific region," Misri said. Just ahead of the Quad summit PM Modi is expected to engage in a bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden. India and United States enjoy a comprehensive global strategic partnership covering almost all areas of human endeavour, driven by shared democratic values, convergence of interests on a range of issues, and vibrant people-to-people contacts. One of the key issues is India-US defence cooperation, which was renewed for ten years in 2015. In 2016, the defence relationship was designated as a Major Defence Partnership (MDP). On 30 July 2018, India was moved into the Tier-1 of the US Department of Commerce's Strategic Trade Authorization license exception. The US is also the largest trading partner of India with overall bilateral trade in goods and services of $190.1 billion for calendar year 2023. "There will be an opportunity for both sides to exchange a few agreements. Two, that I would highlight, are the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework-related agreements and an India-US Drug Framework related MoU. There will be a bilateral fact sheet also that will be released on this occasion, which will give you more details. We also expect to have bilateral meetings with the leaders of Japan and Australia," Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. On September 22, PM Modi will address a community event of the Indian disapora at the Nassau Colliseum in Uniondale. Prime Minister will address a gathering of the Indian community in Long Island in New York. About 4.4 million Indian Americans/Indian origin people reside in the US. Persons of Indian origin (3.18 million) constitute the third largest Asian ethnic group in the US. There are many Indian American community organizations and professional organizations of Indian Americans. Indian Americans are one of the most successful communities and excel in diverse fields, including politics. The Indian diaspora has been a catalyst in cementing closer ties between India and the US. Prime Minister will also be attending a Business Roundtable with CEOs of leading US companies in the cutting-edge areas of Artificial Intelligence, semiconductors, quantum computing, and biotechnology. From Wilmington, the Prime Minister will travel to New York to attend the Summit of the Future (SOTF) at the United Nations on September 23. The theme of the Summit is 'Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow'. Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called the Summit a 'once in a generation UN Summit'. SoTF is an important milestone in the history of UN as it enters the 80th year of its establishment in 2025. A Pact for the Future, with its two annexes Global Digital Compact and Declaration on Future Generations, will be the outcome document of the SoTF. The Summit is expected to witness participation of a number of world leaders. The Pact for the Future is seen by many in the Global South as an opportunity to highlight issues of importance in the areas of health, energy security issues, climate change, transform institutions of global governance, economic inequalities, etc. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will participate in the UNGA General Debate and deliver India's national statement. (ANI)

Narendra Modi in US: PM to attend Quad summit, address Indian diaspora | Full itinerary

"PM @narendramodi emplanes for USA to participate in the 6th Quad Leaders' Summit and to address the UN 'Summit of the Future," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal wrote on X. PM Narendra Modi will begin his three-day visit on Saturday by participating in the Quad Leaders' Summit in US President Joe Biden's hometown of Wilmington, Delaware. According to the MEA, the leaders at the summit will review the group's progress over the past year and set the agenda for the year ahead to assist the countries of the Indo-Pacific region in meeting their development goals and aspirations. Following the Summit, Modi will hold bilateral meetings with the other leaders of the grouping: Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Japan's Premier Fumio Kishida. On September 22, Modi will travel to New York to interact with the Indian diaspora in Long Island. According to MEA, he will also interact with CEOs of leading US-based companies to foster greater collaborations between the two countries in the cutting-edge areas of AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, and biotechnology. Modi is also expected to interact with thought leaders and other stakeholders active in the India-US bilateral landscape. On the last day of his visit to the US, the prime minister will address the 'Summit of the Future' at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The theme of the summit is 'Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow'. The Quad brings together four countries -- India, Australia, Japan, and the United States -- who are committed to working as a force for global good and supporting a prosperous and resilient Indo-Pacific that is open, free, and inclusive. According to foreign secretary Misri, pressing global challenges such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict, escalating tensions in West Asia, and the situation in the Indo-Pacific are set to figure at the Quad Leaders' Summit. The Summit will have a constructive agenda including - work by the partners on development priorities of the Indo-Pacific, implementing the sustainable development goals (SDGs) and delivering public goods. The leaders will also launch the Cancer Moonshot, a special initiative to prevent, detect, and treat cancer in the Indo-Pacific. Along with these, the four leaders will discuss new initiatives and commitments in several sectors, including investments and capacity building. Misri said that at the bilateral meeting between Modi and Biden, the two leaders will have an opportunity for substantive engagement and review the comprehensive global strategic partnership between New Delhi and Washington. The two sides are likely to unveil agreements on India joining two of the four pillars of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF), and a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on an India-US drug framework.

PM Modi embarks on US visit for Quad Summit: Here's what he's doing on the 3-day trip

Prime Minister Modi's visit to the US from September 21-23 includes participation in the Quad Leaders' Summit and addressing the UN General Assembly. Key discussions will focus on health security, climate change, and technology collaboration. Bilateral meetings with global leaders are also scheduled to strengthen international partnerships.Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced a significant three-day visit to the United States on September 21, 2024. His schedule features participation in the Fourth Quad Leaders' Summit in Wilmington and an address at the 'Summit of the Future' during the UN General Assembly (UNGA). This visit seeks to enhance diplomatic ties and collaborative efforts between India and the US. Here are key agendas of PM Modi's visit to the states: On September 21, PM Modi arrived in Wilmington, Delaware, where he participated in the Fourth Quad Leaders' Summit hosted by US President Joe Biden. The summit focuses on reviewing the Quad's progress over the past year and setting future strategies to promote peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region. PM Modi stated, "I look forward to the deliberations at the Summit," highlighting the importance of this gathering. Key discussion topics included health security, climate change, emerging technologies, connectivity, maritime security, and counter-terrorism. A major highlight will be the launch of the "Cancer Moonshot" initiative aimed at combating cancer in the Indo-Pacific, starting with efforts to reduce cervical cancer. During the bilateral meeting with President Biden, the two leaders will "review and identify new pathways to further deepen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership for the benefit of our people and the global good." PM Modi is expected to sign two agreements: the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) and a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) regarding the India-US drug framework. On September 22, PM Modi will travel to New York City. He is set to address the Indian community and interact with CEOs of leading US-based companies, emphasizing the need for enhanced collaboration in critical areas like artificial intelligence, quantum computing, semiconductors, and biotechnology. PM Modi remarked, "I am eagerly looking forward to engaging with the Indian diaspora and important American business leaders, who are the key stakeholders and provide vibrancy to the unique partnership between the largest and the oldest democracies of the world." The final day of PM Modi's visit will feature his participation in the 'Summit of the Future' at the UNGA on September 23. He will address global leaders on the theme "Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow," and engage in bilateral discussions with various heads of state to explore mutual interests. There has been speculation regarding potential meetings between PM Modi and former US President Donald Trump. However, the Ministry of External Affairs has not confirmed any specific meetings, stating, "There are many meetings with the Prime Minister right now which we are trying to fix." Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri added, "We are looking from all angles as to how much time we have and with whom we can hold meetings. We will keep updating you about the meetings." As PM Modi concludes his visit, he is expected to return to India with insights and agreements that will further bolster the India-US partnership, paving the way for future collaborations in various sectors.

PM Modi to begin 3-day US visit tomorrow: know what's on agenda

The first program on the PM's agenda will be the annual Quad summit to be held in Wimington, Delware, the hometown of US President Joe Biden. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to begin his three-day visit to the United States starting Saturday morning. The visit will see PM Modi engage in high-level meetings with world leaders, attend the annual Quad summit, and participate in discussions at the United Nations. The first program on the PM's agenda will be the annual Quad summit to be held in Wimington, Delware, the hometown of US President Joe Biden. The Sixth Quad summit brings together India, Australia, Japan, and the United States, with a commitment to work as a force for global good and to support an open, free, and inclusive Indo-Pacific that is prosperous and resilient. The summit is also critical for India as it will be hosting the next Summit. PM Modi will join US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Saturday to discuss regional security and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. The last Quad Leaders' Summit, the fifth edition, was held in Hiroshima, Japan on May 20 last year. In addition to the Joint Statement, the "Quad Leaders' Vision Statement - Enduring Partners for the Indo-Pacific" was also released, outlining the Leaders' vision for a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific, and upholding the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and peaceful resolution of disputes. Quad partners are working together to address climate change and support regional partners, in particular the countries in the Indo-Pacific. They are collaborating on sustainable consumption and production, clean hydrogen, disaster risk management, exchanging climate information, green shipping and ports, and capacity building. At the 2023 Leaders' Summit, the Clean Energy Supply Chains Initiative was announced to facilitate research and development and support energy transition in the Indo-Pacific.The Quad Principles of Clean Energy Supply Chains were released to guide engagement with the region on clean energy supply chain development. Quad is also working towards a more secure cyberspace and strengthening cyber resilience and critical infrastructure protection in the Indo-Pacific. At the 2023 Quad Summit, the Quad Joint Principles for Secure Software and the Quad Joint Principles for Cyber Security of Critical Infrastructure were released, to strengthen defences against cyber threats to the software supply chain and critical infrastructure and services. At the 2023 Leaders' Summit, the Leaders decided to evolve the former Quad Vaccine Partnership into a more comprehensive Health Security Partnership to promote coordination and collaboration between Quad countries and partners in the Indo-Pacific to strengthen regional and global health security. It builds on the successful collective efforts to provide safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines, critical medicines, and healthcare equipment to the Indo-Pacific. The Quad shares assessments of regional infrastructure needs and coordinates respective approaches to deliver transparent, demand-driven, quality, and climate-resilient infrastructure. At the 2023 Leaders' Summit, 'Quad Infrastructure Fellowships', aimed to empower more than 1,800 of the region's infrastructure practitioners to design, build, and manage quality infrastructure in their home countries, was announced. 'Quad Partnership for Cable Connectivity and Resilience', aimed to strengthen cable systems in the Indo-Pacific, drawing on Quad countries' world-class expertise in manufacturing, delivering, and maintaining cable infrastructure, was also announced. Quad is also working to exchange Earth observation satellite data and analysis to help Indo-Pacific countries better adapt to climate change, prepare for natural disasters, and better manage oceans and marine resources. A very special event this time on the sidelines of the Quad Summit will be a Cancer Moonshot event, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said in a special briefing on the PM's US visit. Through this milestone initiative, the Quad aims to implement innovative strategies to prevent, detect, treat, and alleviate the impact of cancer on patients and their families. "And to begin with, we intend to collaborate in reducing the burden of cervical cancer in the Indo-Pacific region," Misri said. Just ahead of the Quad summit PM Modi is expected to engage in a bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden. India and United States enjoy a comprehensive global strategic partnership covering almost all areas of human endeavour, driven by shared democratic values, convergence of interests on a range of issues, and vibrant people-to-people contacts. One of the key issues is India-US defence cooperation, which was renewed for ten years in 2015. In 2016, the defence relationship was designated as a Major Defence Partnership (MDP). On 30 July 2018, India was moved into the Tier-1 of the US Department of Commerce's Strategic Trade Authorization license exception. The US is also the largest trading partner of India with overall bilateral trade in goods and services of $190.1 billion for calendar year 2023. "There will be an opportunity for both sides to exchange a few agreements. Two, that I would highlight, are the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework-related agreements and an India-US Drug Framework related MoU. There will be a bilateral fact sheet also that will be released on this occasion, which will give you more details. We also expect to have bilateral meetings with the leaders of Japan and Australia," Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said. On September 22, PM Modi will address a community event of the Indian disapora at the Nassau Colliseum in Uniondale. Prime Minister will address a gathering of the Indian community in Long Island in New York. About 4.4 million Indian Americans/Indian origin people reside in the US. Persons of Indian origin (3.18 million) constitute the third largest Asian ethnic group in the US. There are many Indian American community organizations and professional organizations of Indian Americans. Indian Americans are one of the most successful communities and excel in diverse fields, including politics. The Indian diaspora has been a catalyst in cementing closer ties between India and the US. Prime Minister will also be attending a Business Roundtable with CEOs of leading US companies in the cutting-edge areas of Artificial Intelligence, semiconductors, quantum computing, and biotechnology. From Wilmington, the Prime Minister will travel to New York to attend the Summit of the Future (SOTF) at the United Nations on September 23.The theme of the Summit is 'Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow'. Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called the Summit a 'once in a generation UN Summit'. SoTF is an important milestone in the history of UN as it enters the 80th year of its establishment in 2025. A Pact for the Future, with its two annexes Global Digital Compact and Declaration on Future Generations, will be the outcome document of the SoTF. The Summit is expected to witness participation of a number of world leaders. The Pact for the Future is seen by many in the Global South as an opportunity to highlight issues of importance in the areas of health, energy security issues, climate change, transform institutions of global governance, economic inequalities, etc. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will participate in the UNGA General Debate and deliver India's national statement.

PM Modi emplanes for US; to participate in Quad Summit, address UN 'Summit of Future'

PM Modi will take part in the sixth Quad Leaders' Summit in Wilmington, Delaware, which is being hosted by US President Joe Biden in his hometown on September 21. Quad brings together four countries-India, Australia, Japan, and the United States, with a commitment to work as a force for global good and to support an open, free, and inclusive Indo-Pacific that is prosperous and resilient. India will be hosting the Quad Leaders' Summit in 2025. At the Quad Summit, the leaders will review the progress achieved by the Quad over the past year and set the agenda for the year ahead to assist the countries of the Indo-Pacific region in meeting their development goals and aspirations, the Ministry of External Affairs stated. The first Quad Leaders Summit was held in virtual format in 2021. The second Quad Leaders' Summit (first in-person) was held in Washington, DC, on September 24, 2021. The third Quad Leaders' Summit was held virtually on March 3, 2022. The fourth Quad Leaders' Summit (second in-person) was hosted by Japan on May 24, 2022. The fifth Quad Leaders' Summit (third in-person) was held in Hiroshima, Japan, on May 20, 2023. During his visit to the US, PM Modi will address 'Summit of the Future' at the United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 23. The theme of the summit is 'Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow'. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called the Summit a 'once in a generation UN Summit'. 'Summit of the Future' is an important milestone in the history of the UN as it enters the 80th year of its establishment in 2025. A large number of global leaders are expected to participate in the summit. Prime Minister Modi will also hold bilateral meetings with several world leaders and discuss issues of mutual interest, on the sidelines of the summit. The Prime Minister will address a gathering of the Indian community on September 22 in New York. PM Modi would also be interacting with CEOs of leading US-based companies to foster greater collaborations between the two countries in the cutting-edge areas of AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, and biotechnology, according to MEA. He is also expected to interact with thought leaders and other stakeholders active in the India-US bilateral landscape. The Prime Minister has addressed the UNGA for the High Level Week (HLW) four times in the past-in 2014, 2019, 2020 (virtually) and 2021. India and United States enjoy a comprehensive global strategic partnership covering almost all areas of human endeavour, driven by shared democratic values, convergence of interests on a range of issues, and vibrant people-to-people contacts. India has the largest number of military exercises with the US, which are growing in scale and complexity. Important bilateral exercises include Yudh Abhyas (Army), Vajra Prahar (Special Forces), Malabar (Navy), Cope India (Air Force), and Tiger Triumph (tri-services). Red Flag, RIMPAC, CUTLASS Express, Sea Dragon, and Milan are some of the multilateral exercises in which the two countries participate. The US is the also largest trading partner of India, with overall bilateral trade in goods and services of USD 190.1 billion for 2023, according to US Census data. Foreign Secretary Misri said on Thursday that the Quad event will provide PM Modi with the opportunity to thank both US President Biden, and Japanese PM Kishida for their leadership. The remarks by Misri came during a briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the United States for the upcoming Quad summit. In a press briefing on Thursday, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, "We are looking at a Quad joint statement, a Quad fact sheet, and the Cancer Moonshot event will have a separate fact sheet of its own. As you probably would have gathered by now, this is also going to be a kind of a farewell event in so far as the Quad is concerned for President Biden and Prime Minister Kishida of Japan. And therefore, the Quad event provides the Prime Minister with an opportunity to thank both leaders for their leadership in giving momentum and salience to the Quad partnership." Misri said that this will be an opportunity to have substantive engagement between PM Modi and Biden, where they will have the opportunity to review the comprehensive global strategic partnership between New Delhi and Washington. PM Modi is also expected to hold bilateral meetings with the leaders of Japan and Australia. (ANI)

PM Modi emplanes for US; to participate in Quad Summit, address UN 'Summit of Future' | India News - Times of India

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday departed for a three-day visit to the United States, during which he will attend the Quad Leaders' Summit, address the 'Summit of the Future' at the United Nations General Assembly, and also interact with the Indian diaspora. In a post on X, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated, "PM @narendramodi emplanes for USA to participate in the 6th Quad Leaders' Summit and to address the UN 'Summit of the Future'." PM Modi will take part in the sixth Quad Leaders' Summit in Wilmington, Delaware, which is being hosted by US President Joe Biden in his hometown on September 21. Quad brings together four countries--India, Australia, Japan, and the United States, with a commitment to work as a force for global good and to support an open, free, and inclusive Indo-Pacific that is prosperous and resilient. India will be hosting the Quad Leaders' Summit in 2025. At the Quad Summit, the leaders will review the progress achieved by the Quad over the past year and set the agenda for the year ahead to assist the countries of the Indo-Pacific region in meeting their development goals and aspirations, the Ministry of External Affairs stated. The first Quad Leaders Summit was held in virtual format in 2021. The second Quad Leaders' Summit (first in-person) was held in Washington, DC, on September 24, 2021. The third Quad Leaders' Summit was held virtually on March 3, 2022. The fourth Quad Leaders' Summit (second in-person) was hosted by Japan on May 24, 2022. The fifth Quad Leaders' Summit (third in-person) was held in Hiroshima, Japan, on May 20, 2023. During his visit to the US, PM Modi will address 'Summit of the Future' at the United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 23. The theme of the summit is 'Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow'. UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has called the Summit a 'once in a generation UN Summit'. 'Summit of the Future' is an important milestone in the history of the UN as it enters the 80th year of its establishment in 2025. A large number of global leaders are expected to participate in the summit. Prime Minister Modi will also hold bilateral meetings with several world leaders and discuss issues of mutual interest, on the sidelines of the summit. The Prime Minister will address a gathering of the Indian community on September 22 in New York. PM Modi would also be interacting with CEOs of leading US-based companies to foster greater collaborations between the two countries in the cutting-edge areas of AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, and biotechnology, according to MEA. He is also expected to interact with thought leaders and other stakeholders active in the India-US bilateral landscape. The Prime Minister has addressed the UNGA for the High Level Week (HLW) four times in the past--in 2014, 2019, 2020 (virtually) and 2021. India and United States enjoy a comprehensive global strategic partnership covering almost all areas of human endeavour, driven by shared democratic values, convergence of interests on a range of issues, and vibrant people-to-people contacts. India has the largest number of military exercises with the US, which are growing in scale and complexity. Important bilateral exercises include Yudh Abhyas (Army), Vajra Prahar (Special Forces), Malabar (Navy), Cope India (Air Force), and Tiger Triumph (tri-services). Red Flag, RIMPAC, CUTLASS Express, Sea Dragon, and Milan are some of the multilateral exercises in which the two countries participate. The US is the also largest trading partner of India, with overall bilateral trade in goods and services of USD 190.1 billion for 2023, according to US Census data. Foreign Secretary Misri said on Thursday that the Quad event will provide PM Modi with the opportunity to thank both US President Biden, and Japanese PM Kishida for their leadership. The remarks by Misri came during a briefing by the Ministry of External Affairs on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the United States for the upcoming Quad summit. In a press briefing on Thursday, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, "We are looking at a Quad joint statement, a Quad fact sheet, and the Cancer Moonshot event will have a separate fact sheet of its own. As you probably would have gathered by now, this is also going to be a kind of a farewell event in so far as the Quad is concerned for President Biden and Prime Minister Kishida of Japan. And therefore, the Quad event provides the Prime Minister with an opportunity to thank both leaders for their leadership in giving momentum and salience to the Quad partnership." Misri said that this will be an opportunity to have substantive engagement between PM Modi and Biden, where they will have the opportunity to review the comprehensive global strategic partnership between New Delhi and Washington. PM Modi is also expected to hold bilateral meetings with the leaders of Japan and Australia.

New Quad initiatives, Ukraine and Gaza conflicts on PM Modi's agenda on US visit

He will then travel to New York to participate in an interaction with the Indian diaspora at Long Island on September 22, and the Summit of the Future at the UN General Assembly the following day. There will also be bilateral meetings with world leaders on the margins of the General Assembly and a roundtable with CEOs of American firms working on cutting-edge technologies such as AI, quantum computing and semiconductors. Pressing global challenges such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict, escalating tensions in West Asia, and the situation in the Indo-Pacific are set to figure at the Quad Leaders' Summit to be hosted by Biden, foreign secretary Vikram Misri told a media briefing on Thursday. India was to host the summit this year, before it agreed to a request from the American side to take on the responsibility in 2025. The Quad Summit will have a substantive and constructive agenda, including work by the partners on development priorities of the Indo-Pacific, implementing the sustainable development goals (SDGs) and delivering public goods. There will be a "strong focus on peace, progress and stability in the Indo-Pacific", and the leaders will discuss health security, climate change, emerging technologies, infrastructure, connectivity, maritime security, counterterrorism and humanitarian assistance, Misri said. At an event on the margins of the Quad Summit, the four partners will launch the Cancer Moonshot, a special initiative to prevent, detect and treat cancer across the Indo-Pacific. There will also be new initiatives and commitments by the partners in different sectors, including investments and capacity building. Also Read: Quad to unveil new initiative to prevent and treat cancer At the bilateral meeting between Modi and Biden, the two sides will unveil agreements on India joining two of the four pillars of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF), and a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on an India-US drug framework. India had earlier signed on for the supply chains pillar of IPEF and it will now become part of the pillars on clean economy and fair economy. India has so far stayed away from the trade pillar of IPEF, which was launched by the US and partners in the Indo-Pacific region in 2022. "Work and discussion on the trade pillar continue at this point of time," Misri told the media briefing. Misri acknowledged that the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza are expected to figure at both the Quad Summit and bilateral meetings in New York, but refused to be drawn out on the issue of whether the Indian side will present a specific proposals to end the Russia-Ukraine war following Modi's visits to the warring countries in the past two months. Noting that Modi had spoken to Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin following his visit to Kyiv last month, and that National Security Adviser Ajit Doval too met Putin during a recent visit to Russia, Misri said: "I can only say that talks are continuing between the leaders and as far as the question of making a proposal is concerned, we have to see how much consensus is built and if we can reach a stage where a proposal can be put before a larger audience." Misri reiterated India's long-standing position on the situation in West Asia by saying that New Delhi has "always stood for a ceasefire" in Gaza. India also wants a humanitarian corridor for the delivery of aid to Gaza and the immediate release of hostages taken by Hamas last October so that work can begin on a "more sustainable and broad-based settlement". India's long-term approach favours a two-state solution with Israel and Palestine living at peace with each other within stable and secure borders, he said. At the Summit of the Future in New York, which is aimed at bringing together world leaders to enhance multilateral cooperation to tackle the most pressing global challenges, Modi will outline India's priorities such as inclusive, equitable and sustainable development, South-South cooperation, and the concerns of the Global South. The Indian side will also emphasise at the summit, which is being held amid conflicts and divisions across the world, that there is an "obvious deficit of development" and a risk of the Global South being left behind. The Indian side will also signal its willingness to step forward to tackle challenges related to global peace and security, Misri said.

PM Modi in US: Attend Quad summit, address Indian diaspora & UN 'Summit of Future'. Check full itinerary here | Today News

During his three-day US visit, PM Modi will attend the Quad Leaders' Summit, engage with the Indian diaspora, and address the UN General Assembly. His itinerary includes discussions on health, climate change, and signing agreements with the US. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday morning departed for a three-day visit to the United States. Modi will take part in the sixth Quad Leaders' Summit in Wilmington, Delaware, which is being hosted by US President Joe Biden in his hometown on the first day of his trip September 21, as per his itinerary. Modi is also scheduled address the 'Summit of the Future' at the United Nations General Assembly, and also interact with the Indian diaspora during his visit. Modi's visit to the US comes just weeks before the country goes to the presidential polls on November 5 with a race to the top office between Republican candidate Donald Trump and Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris. Here is how PM Modi's three-day trip to the US looks like: -Arrive in Wilmington, Delaware. -Participate in the Fourth Quad Leaders' Summit. The summit reviews the Quad's progress made by the for member nations -- India, US, Japan and Australia -- over the past year. The meeting with US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Prime Minister of Japan Fumio Kishida will also strategise for future on how to promote peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region. "...there will be an opportunity to have a substantive engagement between the prime minister and President Biden, where they will have the opportunity to review the comprehensive global strategic partnership between India and the United States," the Ministry of External Affairs said. -Discussions on array of issues including health, climate change, emerging technologies, connectivity, maritime security, and counter-terrorism efforts. -The summit will see the launch of "Cancer Moonshot" initiative, which aims to prevent, detect, treat, and alleviate the impact of cancer. -Bilateral meetings with leaders from the US, Japan, and Australia. -Modi expected to sign two agreements with the US - Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF), and Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the India-US drug framework. -In New York, Modi will address a community event of the Indian diaspora at the Nassau Colliseum in Long Island, New York. The event's theme is 'Modi & US: Progress Together', and aims to celebrate India and the US and the 'cultural ethos' of viewing the world as one family and the well-being of all people and the planet an inspiration for building a 'better world together.' -This will be the fifth time when Modi will address the Indian community in the US and ten years after Modi had addressed a packed community gathering at the famed Madison Square Garden in New York in September 2014. -PM Modi will also be attending a Business Roundtable with CEOs of leading US companies in the cutting-edge areas of Artificial Intelligence, semiconductors, quantum computing, and biotechnology, the MEA said. -The theme of the summit is 'Multilateral Solutions for a Better Tomorrow'.

Ukraine, Gaza, key pacts on agenda during PM's US visit

New initiatives by the Quad to ensure peace and stability across the Indo-Pacific, the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, and reform of global governance structures will be part of the agenda for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US this week, according to details shared by the external affairs ministry on Thursday. Modi will begin the three-day visit by participating in the Quad Summit in US President Joe Biden's hometown of Wilmington in Delaware and holding bilateral meetings with other leaders of the grouping - Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Japan's premier Fumio Kishida - on September 21. He will then travel to New York to participate in an interaction with the Indian diaspora at Long Island on September 22, and the Summit of the Future at the UN General Assembly the following day. There will also be bilateral meetings with world leaders on the margins of the General Assembly and a roundtable with CEOs of American firms working on cutting edge technologies such as AI, quantum computing and semiconductors. Pressing global challenges such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict, escalating tensions in West Asia, and the situation in the Indo-Pacific are set to figure at the Quad Leaders' Summit to be hosted by Biden, foreign secretary Vikram Misri told a media briefing on Thursday. India was to host the summit this year, before it agreed to a request from the American side to take on the responsibility in 2025. The Quad Summit will have a substantive and constructive agenda, including work by the partners on development priorities of the Indo-Pacific, implementing the sustainable development goals (SDGs) and delivering public goods. There will be a "strong focus on peace, progress and stability in the Indo-Pacific", and the leaders will discuss health security, climate change, emerging technologies, infrastructure, connectivity, maritime security, counterterrorism and humanitarian assistance, Misri said. Read more: Won't allow Pak agenda to ruin J&K: PM Modi At an event on the margins of the Quad Summit, the four partners will launch the Cancer Moonshot, a special initiative to prevent, detect and treat cancer across the Indo-Pacific. There will also be new initiatives and commitments by the partners in different sectors, including investments and capacity building. At the bilateral meeting between Modi and Biden, the two sides will unveil agreements on India joining two of the four pillars of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF), and a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on an India-US drug framework. India had earlier signed on for the supply chains pillar of IPEF and it will now become part of the pillars on clean economy and fair economy. India has so far stayed away from the trade pillar of IPEF, which was launched by the US and partners in the Indo-Pacific region in 2022. "Work and discussion on the trade pillar continue at this point of time," Misri told the media briefing. Misri acknowledged that the conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza are expected to figure at both the Quad Summit and bilateral meetings in New York, but refused to be drawn out on the issue of whether the Indian side will present a specific proposals to end the Russia-Ukraine war following Modi's visits to the warring countries in the past two months. Misri declined to comment on questions about bilateral meetings with former US president Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, saying the schedule was still being finalised. Noting that Modi had spoken to Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin following his visit to Kyiv last month, and that National Security Adviser Ajit Doval too met Putin during a recent visit to Russia, Misri said: "I can only say that talks are continuing between the leaders and as far as the question of making a proposal is concerned, we have to see how much consensus is built and if we can reach a stage where a proposal can be put before a larger audience." Misri reiterated India's long-standing position on the situation in West Asia by saying that New Delhi has "always stood for a ceasefire" in Gaza. India also wants a humanitarian corridor for the delivery of aid to Gaza and the immediate release of hostages taken by Hamas last October so that work can begin on a "more sustainable and broad-based settlement". India's long-term approach favours a two-state solution with Israel and Palestine living at peace with each other within stable and secure borders, he said. At the Summit of the Future in New York, which is aimed at bringing together world leaders to enhance multilateral cooperation to tackle the most pressing global challenges, Modi will outline India's priorities such as inclusive, equitable and sustainable development, South-South cooperation, and the concerns of the Global South. The Indian side will also emphasise at the summit, which is being held amid conflicts and divisions across the world, that there is an "obvious deficit of development" and a risk of the Global South being left behind. The Indian side will also signal its willingness to step forward to tackle challenges related to global peace and security, Misri said.

PM Modi US Visit LIVE: Prime Minister Departs For Three-Day Trip; Quad And UN 'Summit Of The Future' On Agenda

PM Modi has departed for the USA to participate in the 6th Quad Leaders' Summit and to address the UN 'Summit of the Future.' PM Modi US Visit LIVE Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a three-day visit to the United States on Saturday, where he will participate in the Quad Leaders' Summit and address the UN's Summit of the Future. The Prime Minister's agenda includes a meeting with US President Joe Biden to review and deepen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Modi said in his departure statement that he was eager to engage with fellow Quad leaders. "I look forward to joining my colleagues President Biden, Prime Minister Albanese, and Prime Minister Kishida for the Quad Summit. The forum has emerged as a key group of like-minded countries to work for peace, progress, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region," he said. During his visit, Modi will also address the Indian diaspora in New York and meet with CEOs of leading US companies to explore collaborations in areas such as AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, and biotechnology. "I am eagerly looking forward to engaging with the Indian diaspora and important American business leaders, who provide vibrancy to the unique partnership between the largest and oldest democracies of the world," he added. The visit also includes Modi's address at the Summit of the Future, where he plans to share the perspectives of one-sixth of the global population on securing a peaceful future. "The Summit is an opportunity for the global community to chart the road ahead for the betterment of humanity," he said.