Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held a series of crucial meetings in Washington ahead of his much-anticipated discussions with US President Donald Trump. Key figures, including entrepreneur Elon Musk, Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy, and US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, engaged with Modi on topics spanning trade, technology, and strategic cooperation.
On Thursday, Modi met with Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and his family at Blair House. Their discussion revolved around Tesla’s potential expansion into India, renewable energy projects, and technological innovation. Musk expressed interest in the Indian electric vehicle market, while Modi highlighted India’s focus on sustainability and manufacturing incentives for global companies.
Modi also held talks with Indian-American entrepreneur and Republican politician Vivek Ramaswamy. Their conversation underscored the growing engagement between Indian leadership and influential figures in US politics and business. Ramaswamy, who has been vocal about US-India collaboration, discussed avenues to strengthen economic ties and bolster India’s role in global affairs.
Earlier, Modi met with US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz to explore ways to deepen strategic cooperation. Defence collaboration, counter-terrorism efforts, and regional security, particularly in the Indo-Pacific, were key focus areas. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining stability in the region and advancing shared security interests.
Modi’s upcoming meeting with Trump is expected to focus on trade negotiations, with the US pushing for lower Indian tariffs on American goods. Modi is likely to propose trade adjustments, including increased imports of US energy products, to balance concerns. The two leaders are also set to discuss immigration policies, technology transfers, and global geopolitical challenges.
A joint press conference is scheduled following their discussions, marking a rare public appearance for Modi alongside Trump. The event is expected to provide insights into the evolving US-India relationship and future collaborations.
As Modi’s US visit unfolds, global observers are watching closely for key takeaways that could shape economic and diplomatic ties between the world’s two largest democracies.
