Washington DC: Ahead of his bilateral meeting with President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Narendra Modi— who arrived in Washington DC on Wednesday (EST)— met US intel chief Tulsi Gabbard and discussed various aspects of ties between the two countries with a focus on enhancing intelligence cooperation in counter-terrorism and emerging threats. PM Modi will later meet tech billionaire Elon Musk, reports claimed.
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
The meeting between the two leaders comes amid heightened tensions surrounding Trump’s trade tariffs on several countries, and ongoing mass deportation of illegal immigrants. These issues may come up in the meeting between the two leaders. PM Modi will be the fourth global leader to meet Trump at the White House since his inauguration on January 20, marking his second tenure. The US President has already hosted Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, and Jordan’s King Abdullah during his second term.
A warm reception in the winter chill!
Despite the cold weather, the Indian diaspora in Washington DC has welcomed me with a very special welcome. My gratitude to them. pic.twitter.com/H1LXWafTC2
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2025
PM Modi-Trump’s Schedule At White House Today (all timings in EST):
1600 Hrs – PM Modi to arrive at White House
1605 – 1650 Hrs – Bilateral meeting
1710 – 1740 Hrs – Press statements by PM Modi and Trump
1740 – 1840 Hrs – Dinner hosted by President Trump
PM Modi staying at Blair House, Know why is it significant?
PM Modi is staying at the Blair House. It is the historic guest lodging for dignitaries visiting the White House.
Located at 1651 Pennsylvania Avenue— across the street from the White House, this historic home has hosted Presidents, royalty, and world leaders. It is “the world’s most exclusive hotel” with 70,000-square-foot extension of the White House. It 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 gives five-star experience. Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had visited the Blair House Library during her 1971 US visit. Prior to arrival of PM Modi to the guesthouse, the American flag atop it was taken off to be replaced with the Indian one.
#WATCH | Washington, DC: The US flag was replaced with the Indian flag at the Blair House before the arrival of PM Modi. The prime minister was greeted with a warm welcome as he landed in Washington earlier today.
PM Modi will be staying at the Blair House during his visit to… pic.twitter.com/ZJpeGOZlDg
— ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2025
“Will PM Modi Raise Indians’ Deportations, Palestine Stand?”
Ahead of Trump-Modi meet, senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh asked if Modi will raise the way Indians were deported from the US and India’s stand on Palestine.
“The PM will be first hugging and then meeting with his ‘good friend’ President Trump at 2:30AM IST on the morning of Feb 14th. India has already appeased the US President by slashing import duties on some farm produce and on Mr. Trump’s favorite Harley-Davidson motorcycles. A commitment has also been made to amend the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damages Act, 2010 – which American companies have been demanding. No doubts pacts will be signed and contracts for defence acquisitions firmed up,” Ramesh wrote on X as he also put forth some questions for the PM.
The PM will be first hugging and then meeting with his ‘good friend’ President Trump at 2:30AM IST on the morning of Feb 14th.
India has already appeased the US President by slashing import duties on some farm produce and on Mr. Trump’s favorite Harley-Davidson motorcycles. A…
— Jairam Ramesh (@Jairam_Ramesh) February 13, 2025
