Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his gratitude to House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries, Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer, and Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell for jointly extending an invitation for him to address a joint meeting of the House of Representatives and Senate during his upcoming state visit to Washington on June 22. In response to McCarthy’s tweet announcing the invitation, PM Modi took to Twitter to convey his appreciation.
“I am honored to accept and look forward to once again address a Joint Meeting of the Congress,” Modi tweeted. “We are proud of our Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership with the US, built upon the foundation of shared democratic values, strong people-to-people ties, and an unwavering commitment to global peace and prosperity.”
This forthcoming address to the US Congress will mark the second time that Prime Minister Modi will have the privilege of speaking before the esteemed legislative body. Joining the ranks of distinguished world leaders who have received this opportunity on multiple occasions, such as Winston Churchill, Nelson Mandela, Yitzhak Rabin, and Benjamin Netanyahu, Modi’s address reflects the significance of the India-US relationship and the close ties between the two nations.
PM Modi graciously accepts invitation to address US Congress for the second time
In addition to his speech before the Congress, Prime Minister Modi’s state visit itinerary includes a private dinner with President Joe Biden on June 21, a ceremonial welcome at the White House, one-on-one talks and bilateral delegation-level discussions with President Biden on June 22, and a state dinner in his honor that same evening.
Furthermore, Modi is expected to engage in various events during his visit, including participation in the tech partnership, addressing business executives and professionals at the Kennedy Centre, and speaking at a diaspora event. His visit will conclude on June 23, with Modi returning to India.
During his stay, PM Modi will also commence his visit in New York on June 21, where he will lead the global community in commemorating the International Day of Yoga on the north lawns of the UN headquarters. The event is anticipated to attract more than 2,000 participants from around the world.
The bilateral leg of the visit will focus on enhancing the India-US defense partnership through co-production, co-development, technology transfer, and defense innovation. Both nations seek to expand cooperation in domains such as space, artificial intelligence, high-powered computing, knowledge partnership, and easing mobility links. The visit aims to strengthen the already robust ties between India and the United States, fostering collaboration and advancing shared interests.
As the date approaches, the anticipation builds for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address to the US Congress, representing a significant milestone in the India-US relationship and underscoring the strategic partnership between the two nations.
PM Modi Enthusiastically Embraces Invitation to Address US Congress for the Second Time
During his visit to Washington, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude for the invitation extended by the US Congressional leadership to address a joint meeting of the House of Representatives and Senate. PM Modi thanked House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, House minority leader Hakeem Jeffries, Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer, and Senate minority leader Mitch McConnell for jointly inviting him.
In a tweet, PM Modi stated that he is honored to accept the invitation and eagerly looks forward to addressing the joint meeting of Congress once again. He emphasized the pride India holds in its Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership with the US, which is built on shared democratic values, strong people-to-people ties, and an unwavering commitment to global peace and prosperity.
This opportunity marks the second time that PM Modi will address the US Congress, placing him in an exclusive group of world leaders who have had the privilege of speaking before the US legislative branch more than once. Notable leaders such as Winston Churchill, Nelson Mandela, Yitzhak Rabin, and Benjamin Netanyahu have previously addressed the US Congress on multiple occasions.
In addition to the address, PM Modi’s state visit to the US will include various engagements. He is expected to have a private dinner with President Joe Biden on June 21, followed by a ceremonial welcome at the White House. On June 22, he will engage in one-on-one talks with President Biden and participate in bilateral delegation-level discussions. The day will culminate with a state dinner in honor of PM Modi after his address to the Congress. On June 23, he will take part in events focused on the tech partnership, deliver a speech at the Kennedy Centre to business executives and professionals, and address a diaspora event. The visit will conclude with PM Modi’s return to India.
Furthermore, before arriving in Washington, PM Modi will commence his visit in New York on June 21, where he will lead the global community in celebrating the International Day of Yoga on the north lawns of the UN headquarters. The event is expected to witness the participation of more than 2,000 individuals from various parts of the world.
The bilateral leg of PM Modi’s visit aims to enhance the defense partnership between India and the US. Key areas of focus include co-production, co-development, technology transfer, and defense innovation. Both countries also seek to expand cooperation in domains such as space, artificial intelligence, high-powered computing, knowledge partnership, and easing mobility links. Through these collaborative efforts, India and the United States aim to strengthen their existing ties and promote shared interests.