WASHINGTON: Before Prime Minister Narendra modeDuring his visit to the United States, Bob Menendez, a congressman from New Jersey, said on Saturday that India and the United States have made “considerable progress” in recent years and he expects “even more in the future.”
Prime Minister Modi will travel to the United States on an official visit and will be received by President Joe Biden at the White House.
Bob Menendez, a senior senator from New Jersey and chairman of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee, posted a short video address welcoming Prime Minister Modi to the United States.
“I would like to join the vibrant and important Indian American community in my home state in welcoming Prime Minister Modi to Washington DC. The Prime Minister’s state visit is a significant moment in the US-India relationship,” he said. in the video message. .
He also recalled memories of his visit to India in 2019, saying that the trip was not only an opportunity for him to meet with Indian civil society leaders, security and government officials in the country, but also an opportunity to engage with the history, culture and diversity of India. religious traditions.
“I saw the largest mosque in India. I saw the Akshar Dham Temple in Delhi. I spent a day at the Golden Temple and celebrated Gandhi’s 150th birthday. I hope Prime Minister Modi has the same opportunities to experience all the richness of the USA”. United States during his visit. Whether it’s the incredible architecture of the Capitol dome or the profound generosity of the American people, I wish you the best in your visit to Washington,” Menendez said in a personalized message to Prime Minister Modi.
The US congressman also highlighted the “critically important ties” between India and the US, including trade and economic engagement, security cooperation and people-to-people relations.
“We have made considerable progress in recent years, and I look forward to even more in the future. My work on behalf of thousands of New Jerseyans benefits greatly from my commitment to the Native American community of New Jersey, who contributes so much to our economy , culture and security”, added the Senator.
Menendez also pledged to work even harder to bring India and the US closer together and make them more prosperous in the coming years and decades.
PM Modi will make his first state visit to the US on June 20. The visit will begin in New York, where the Prime Minister will lead the International Yoga Day celebrations at the United Nations Headquarters on June 21.
After celebrating Yoga Day in New York, Prime Minister Modi will travel to Washington DC, where he will receive a welcome ceremony at the White House on June 22 and meet with President Biden to continue their high-level dialogue.
President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will host a state dinner in honor of Prime Minister Modi later that evening, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MEA).
At the invitation of the leaders of the US Congress, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives kevin mccarthy and Senate President Charles Schumer, Prime Minister Modi will address a joint session of the US Congress on June 22.
On June 23, Prime Minister Modi will be jointly introduced at a luncheon by US Vice President Kamala Harris and Secretary of State Antony Bilnken.
In addition to official engagements, the Prime Minister is scheduled to have a number of selected interactions with top CEOs, professionals and other stakeholders. He will also meet members of the Indian diaspora.
Prime Minister Modi will travel to the United States on an official visit and will be received by President Joe Biden at the White House.
Bob Menendez, a senior senator from New Jersey and chairman of the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee, posted a short video address welcoming Prime Minister Modi to the United States.
“I would like to join the vibrant and important Indian American community in my home state in welcoming Prime Minister Modi to Washington DC. The Prime Minister’s state visit is a significant moment in the US-India relationship,” he said. in the video message. .
He also recalled memories of his visit to India in 2019, saying that the trip was not only an opportunity for him to meet with Indian civil society leaders, security and government officials in the country, but also an opportunity to engage with the history, culture and diversity of India. religious traditions.
“I saw the largest mosque in India. I saw the Akshar Dham Temple in Delhi. I spent a day at the Golden Temple and celebrated Gandhi’s 150th birthday. I hope Prime Minister Modi has the same opportunities to experience all the richness of the USA”. United States during his visit. Whether it’s the incredible architecture of the Capitol dome or the profound generosity of the American people, I wish you the best in your visit to Washington,” Menendez said in a personalized message to Prime Minister Modi.
The US congressman also highlighted the “critically important ties” between India and the US, including trade and economic engagement, security cooperation and people-to-people relations.
“We have made considerable progress in recent years, and I look forward to even more in the future. My work on behalf of thousands of New Jerseyans benefits greatly from my commitment to the Native American community of New Jersey, who contributes so much to our economy , culture and security”, added the Senator.
Menendez also pledged to work even harder to bring India and the US closer together and make them more prosperous in the coming years and decades.
PM Modi will make his first state visit to the US on June 20. The visit will begin in New York, where the Prime Minister will lead the International Yoga Day celebrations at the United Nations Headquarters on June 21.
After celebrating Yoga Day in New York, Prime Minister Modi will travel to Washington DC, where he will receive a welcome ceremony at the White House on June 22 and meet with President Biden to continue their high-level dialogue.
President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will host a state dinner in honor of Prime Minister Modi later that evening, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MEA).
At the invitation of the leaders of the US Congress, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives kevin mccarthy and Senate President Charles Schumer, Prime Minister Modi will address a joint session of the US Congress on June 22.
On June 23, Prime Minister Modi will be jointly introduced at a luncheon by US Vice President Kamala Harris and Secretary of State Antony Bilnken.
In addition to official engagements, the Prime Minister is scheduled to have a number of selected interactions with top CEOs, professionals and other stakeholders. He will also meet members of the Indian diaspora.
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