What happened?
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the United States on 12-13 February to hold talks with US President Donald Trump and engage with senior leaders of the US administration. This will be PM Modi’s first visit to the US since President Trump’s second-term inauguration.
Why it matters to India
During a special media briefing, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasised the significance of the visit, stating that PM Modi’s trip within three weeks of the new administration taking office highlights the strategic importance of the India-US partnership. Misri confirmed that energy and defence will be key focus areas in discussions between PM Modi and President Trump.