Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a three-day visit to the United States, attending the Quad Leaders’ Summit and the Summit of the Future at the United Nations. The visit will include bilateral meetings with world leaders, a focus on the Indo-Pacific region, and discussions on technology and global challenges.
The US and India are collaborating on a new space-based initiative to combat climate change and other global challenges. The partnership includes the launch of a jointly developed satellite, NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar, and a new collaboration between the US Space Force and Indian startups. The announcement comes during National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan’s visit to New Delhi, where he met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other Indian officials.
US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, has lauded India’s execution of the colossal Lok Sabha 2024 elections, terming it an extraordinary and inspiring experience. As a first-time observer of the Indian electoral process, Garcetti praised the vibrant campaigning and smooth conduct of the polls, calling them the world’s biggest election. Furthermore, he highlighted the growing partnership between India and the US, emphasizing their roles as the fastest-growing economies in their respective spheres, and their collaboration in areas such as space exploration.
US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, has asserted that India’s democracy is robust and expressed confidence in its future. In a speech at the Council on Foreign Relations, Garcetti highlighted India’s efforts in ensuring fair elections, including transporting voting machines to remote areas. He also praised India’s practice of checking for cash distribution during elections, noting that it is better than practices in some US cities. While acknowledging concerns, Garcetti emphasized the importance of a multifaceted relationship with India, beyond focusing solely on issues of concern.
