Modi U.S. Visit Live: We Do Not Discriminate, Democracy Is Our Spirit, Says Modi On Human Rights
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a joint sitting of the U.S. Congress in Washington D.C.
Biden On Free Speech And Democracy In India
"The PM and I had good discussion on democratic values. Our relationship is such that we are straightforward. We have democracy, diversity and tolerance. This makes us partners and expand democratic institutions around the world," Biden said.
Sky Is Not The Limit: Modi On India-U.S. Ties
The prime minister, with President Biden by his side, highlighted the soaring heights of India-U.S. relations saying, "Sky is the not the limit."
"This day has huge significance in India-U.S. relations. This is a new chapter, direction and energy to our comprehensive partnership," said PM Modi.
Investors Enthusiastic About India: Modi
"I met CEOs here and I saw their enthusiasm towards India. In global uncertainty, India and U.S. are trusted partners. The GE engine deal is landmark. This deal will create jobs and create defence cooperation and startups from the nations are important partners."
Modi Highlights India's Lead On Climate Action
The PM said that environment and climate have an essential place in India's culture and tradition.
"We do not believe in the exploitation of nature. India not only works to protect its own environment but also works for protecting the world. We are taking global initiatives for the same. India is the only G20 country in the world that kept the promise it took in Paris to protect the environment," PM Modi said.
On this, President Biden responded saying, "I think it is existential threat to humanity."
Biden Answers On China Outreach
"We had an incident that caused some confusion but Secretary (Antony) Blinken had a great trip to China. I expect to be meeting with Chinese President Xi sometime in the near term," the President said.
