What happened?
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in India on April 21 for his first official visit. He is accompanied by his wife, Usha Vance, and their children, as well as senior members of the US Administration. Vance is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday at the Prime Minister’s official residence. Following official meetings, the Vance family is set to visit Jaipur and Agra.
Why it matters to India
Vance’s visit is expected to strengthen economic, trade, and defence cooperation between India and the US. Discussions may include a potential trade agreement, highlighting the ongoing efforts to enhance bilateral trade relations. The visit underscores the importance of the India-US comprehensive strategic global partnership and the intent to discuss all relevant issues to further boost bilateral ties.
