Prime Minister Modi Meets Elon Musk as Three-Day US Visit Commences: Exploring Collaborations and Innovations

Published: Wednesday, June 21, 2023, 11:34 [IST]

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on his highly anticipated three-day visit to the United States, the world eagerly anticipated the outcome of his meetings with key global leaders and industry giants. Among these influential encounters was the much-anticipated rendezvous between Prime Minister Modi and visionary entrepreneur Elon Musk. The meeting between these two visionaries signifies the potential for collaboration, innovation, and progress on multiple fronts.

Prime Minister Modi Meets Elon Musk as Three-Day US Visit Commences: Exploring Collaborations and Innovations

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Elon Musk and Prime Minister Narendra Modi met on Wednesday morning in New York. After the meeting, Elon declared himself a Modi Fan and is extremely excited about the future of India.

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Elon Musk also added that India as a country has a lot more to offer than any other large country. He also praised PM Modi by underlining the fact that the PM really cares about India.

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PM Modi tweeted a picture of the two which read, “Great meeting you today, Elon Musk! We had multifaceted conversations on issues ranging from energy to spirituality”.

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Though Elon Musk was a bit reluctant to confirm any investment news but there are likely high chances of a significant investment.

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Musk also unveiled that they are planning to open a manufacturing base in India and they are trying to do their best to get Tesla to India as soon as possible.

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Meanwhile, while nothing has been said yet, speculation suggests Musk might also be looking at solar energy after calling India 'great' for such investment.

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PM Modi has visited the United States at the invitation of President Joe Biden. This momentous encounter between the two global leaders holds great significance as it marks Prime Minister Modi's inaugural State visit to the United States and is only the third such visit of President Biden's tenure, thereby highlighting the strength and importance of the relationship between America and India.

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During the Prime Minister's visit, the primary emphasis is anticipated to be on defense and advanced weaponry technology, with a notable highlight being the agreement for the acquisition of 31 high-altitude, long-endurance military drones worth $3 billion.