Indian-American entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Blaire House, calling the meeting a “pleasure and honor.” He expressed hope that PM Modi has a successful visit to the US.
“It was a pleasure and honor to welcome Prime Minister Modi here. Hope he has a wonderful visit, and it was a great meeting,” Ramaswamy told ANI after their discussion.
Key Topics of Discussion
PM Modi and Ramaswamy discussed key areas of collaboration, including:
- Strengthening India-US ties
- Advancements in innovation and biotechnology
- The role of entrepreneurship in shaping the global economy
Randhir Jaiswal, the spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs, confirmed the discussions on X, highlighting their focus on “innovation, biotechnology, and the role of entrepreneurship in shaping the future.”
Ramaswamy’s Political Journey
Vivek Ramaswamy, who was earlier in the race for the White House, withdrew his candidacy and endorsed Donald Trump, calling him the “best president of the 21st century.” He was briefly appointed to co-head the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) alongside Elon Musk but later stepped down due to reported differences with the Tesla CEO.
PM Modi’s US Visit & Upcoming Meetings
PM Modi arrived in the US on Wednesday (local time) and is set to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House later in the day.
Upon his arrival, Modi emphasized the importance of building on the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. He expressed his commitment to strengthening ties between the two nations during his second term.
In his departure statement, PM Modi noted:
“This visit will be an opportunity to build on our past successes and develop an agenda to further elevate and deepen India-US relations.”
Conclusion
The meeting between PM Modi and Vivek Ramaswamy highlights the growing cooperation between India and the US in technology, trade, and global entrepreneurship. With PM Modi’s scheduled meeting with President Trump, the visit is expected to shape the future of bilateral relations.
