From addressing the USA Congress to participating in the International Day of Yoga celebrations in New York, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will join many key events during his sixth visit as PM to the USA beginning next week.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the US will begin on June 20 from New York and will end on June 24. He will lead the celebrations of the International Day of Yoga at the UN Headquarters on June 21. Afterward, he will travel to Washington DC for other scheduled programs like addressing the US Congress, meeting US President Joe Biden, etc.
10 things to know about PM Modi’s next USA visit
-PM Modi will join the Yoga Day Celebrations at the United Nations Headquarters on June 21. This will be the ninth year of the celebration of the day, which was the result of PM Modi’s efforts for international recognition of Yoga.
-After the celebration of International Day of Yoga, PM Modi will travel to Washington DC. There he will receive a ceremonial welcome at the White House on June 22.
-Later, he will meet US President Joe Biden for their high-level dialogue meeting. His meeting with President Biden is expected to be followed by some major deals and decisions in the areas of defence and critical technology. There are also chances to build consensus for ways to simplify the regulatory framework for deeper industrial cooperation.
-The two sides are expected to cement several arrangements and deals. It will also include India’s procurement of 30 armed drones.
-PM Modi is also scheduled to join a State Dinner hosted by President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden.
-PM Modi will also address a Joint Sitting of the US Congress on June 22. He was invited by the US Congressional Leaders, including Speaker of the House of Representatives Kevin McCarthy and Speaker of the Senate Charles Schumer.
-On June 23, PM Modi will join US Vice President Kamala Harris and State Vice President Antony Blinken.
-PM Modi will address a programme joined by a large number of Indian Diaspora. The programme will be held in the iconic Ronald Regan building, reported Wion.
-During his US visit, PM Modi is also expected to meet 20 CEOs, professionals, and other stakeholders on June 23.
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Updated: 17 Jun 2023, 08:25 AM IST
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