What is PM Modi’s Schedule for France & US Visit?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a significant diplomatic tour to France and the United States from February 10 to 13. During his visit, he will co-chair the AI Action Summit, host the India-France CEOs forum, and engage with business leaders, the Indian diaspora, and top tech CEOs. The visit is expected to be a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral ties between India, France, and the United States.
France Leg
The PM’s French leg will begin on February 10, where he will dine with French President Emmanuel Macron and top tech CEOs. This will be the first meeting between the two leaders since Macron’s visit to India in March 2018. The meeting is expected to focus on strengthening Indo-French ties in areas such as defense, trade, and technology.
On February 11, PM Modi will co-chair the AI Action Summit along with French President Macron. The summit aims to discuss the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming industries and improving lives. The PM will also host the India-France CEOs forum, which will bring together top business leaders from both countries to discuss investment opportunities and ways to enhance bilateral trade.
On February 12, PM Modi will visit Marseille, where he will interact with French business leaders and explore opportunities for cooperation in areas such as infrastructure development, renewable energy, and urban planning. He will also visit the Cadarache nuclear research center, which is a significant collaboration between India and France in the field of nuclear energy.
US Leg
After his France visit, PM Modi will travel to the United States on February 12, where he will meet US President Donald Trump. This will be the first meeting between the two leaders since Trump’s visit to India in February 2020. The meeting is expected to focus on strengthening Indo-US ties in areas such as trade, defense, and counter-terrorism.
During his US visit, PM Modi will also engage with business leaders from top American companies, including those from the technology and healthcare sectors. He will also interact with the Indian diaspora, who are expected to participate in a series of events organized by the Indian Embassy and Consulates in the US.
Other Key Events
Some other key events that are expected to take place during PM Modi’s visit to the US include:
- A meeting with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and US Secretary of Defense Mark Esper to discuss defense cooperation and counter-terrorism.
- A visit to the US-India Business Council, where he will interact with top American business leaders and discuss ways to enhance bilateral trade and investment.
- A meeting with the Indian-American community, where he will address the community and discuss issues of common concern.
- A visit to the Indian Embassy in Washington DC, where he will interact with Indian diplomats and dignitaries.
Conclusion
PM Modi’s visit to France and the United States is expected to be a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral ties between India and these two major world powers. The visit is expected to focus on areas such as artificial intelligence, defense, trade, and counter-terrorism, and will provide an opportunity for PM Modi to engage with top business leaders, diplomats, and the Indian diaspora.
