United States Vice President JD Vance and his family have concluded a three-day visit to Italy, where he engaged in significant bilateral discussions and attended religious services over the Easter weekend. Vance arrived in Italy on Friday, meeting with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for expanded talks on various international matters.
During his visit, he also engaged with Church officials, including Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin. The highlight of his visit was an Easter Sunday meeting with Pope Francis. Vance, accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance and their children, also participated in a Good Friday service at St. Peter’s Basilica and celebrated Easter Sunday with a private mass at The Papal Basilica of Saint Paul Outside The Walls.
Departure to India
After concluding his Italy visit, Vice President Vance departed for his first official trip to India on Sunday evening. The Vance family boarded Air Force Two (AF2) from Rome Ciampino Airport, en route to New Delhi, with a scheduled arrival at Air Force Station, Palam, at approximately 9:30 AM IST on Monday. The Vice President is expected to be formally received at 10:00 AM.
Later in the day, Vance will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 6:30 PM at the Prime Minister’s official residence, 7, Lok Kalyan Marg. This marks the beginning of a high-profile agenda focused on strengthening India-US bilateral ties.
Official Visit to India
Vance’s visit to India is expected to further enhance the comprehensive strategic global partnership between the two nations. Following his meeting with PM Modi, Vice President Vance will travel to Jaipur on Tuesday. On April 23, he will visit Agra before concluding his visit on April 24, departing India at 6:40 AM.
In New Delhi, the arrival of Vice President Vance has been warmly welcomed, with hoardings set up near Palam Airport and in the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), discussions between Vance and Indian officials will cover a wide range of topics crucial to the growing India-US partnership.
A Family Moment
In a touching moment before his departure, Vice President Vance was seen lifting his sleeping daughter, Mirabel, from the car while his sons, Ewan and Vivek, waved toy swords as they boarded AF2 with their mother, Second Lady Usha Vance.
Conclusion
Vice President JD Vance’s visit to India holds great significance in enhancing bilateral relations between the US and India. As he embarks on this important journey, it is clear that his engagements in Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra will help set the stage for future collaborations between the two nations.
