Both President Biden and Prime Minister Modi agree that as our collaboration grows, technology will become increasingly important.
On the third day of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit to the US began on Friday. On Thursday, he spoke to a joint session of the US Congress and joined more than 380 dignitaries at the White House for the state dinner given by US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. Both Biden and Modi praised a new era in their nations’ relations during speeches at the State dinner following the White House’s red carpet treatment of PM Modi.
News agency AP reported that Indian officials agreed to the event only the day before, according to a person familiar with the matter who requested anonymity to discuss the sensitive negotiations.
Modi touted “a new chapter” to the countries’ “strategic partnership” after the two leaders emerged from Oval Office talks where the countries’ differences on Russia and human rights were on the table.
Top 10 points on PM Modi-Joe Biden joint press conference:
- Modi defends Indian democracy, asserts its presence in both countries’ DNA.
- Biden and Modi discuss democratic values, emphasize their importance.
- Biden administration takes low-profile approach to India’s democratic decline, prioritizes partnership with China.
- India and US can contribute to global peace and prosperity, says Modi.
- India and America unite against terrorism, prioritize Indo-Pacific security.
- Biden acknowledges contributions of American Indians, highlights bond with India.
- Biden defends comments on China, expects future meeting with President Xi.
- Modi affirms India’s readiness to support Ukraine’s peace efforts.
- Some Democratic lawmakers boycott Modi’s address, citing concerns over pluralism and press freedom.
- Obama advises Biden to raise concerns privately with Modi, warns of potential divisions in India.
