In a significant diplomatic event, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed United States President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., to India during the G20 Summit, emphasizing the enduring and close partnership between the two nations. The leaders underscored their appreciation for the substantial progress made in implementing the groundbreaking achievements following Prime Minister Modi’s historic visit to Washington in June 2023.
President Biden commended India’s leadership during its G20 Presidency, highlighting the forum’s role in delivering important outcomes. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to the G20 and expressed confidence that the outcomes of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi would advance shared goals. These objectives encompass accelerating sustainable development, strengthening multilateral cooperation, and building a global consensus on inclusive economic policies to address common challenges, including the transformative and expanded role of multilateral development banks.