In one of the highly-anticipated engagements of his three-day US visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a bilateral meeting with President Joe Biden at the White House on Friday. Watch this report for more details.

PM Modi to hold first in-person bilateral talks with Joe Biden

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended a formal invitation to US Vice President Kamala Harris to visit India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said, "The people of India are waiting to welcome you. I extend to you an invitation to visit India."</p>

<p>Harris is&nbsp;the first Indian-American woman and person of colour to be elected vice president of the United States.<br />
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<p>"Your election as Vice President of the United States has been an important and historic event," the Indian Prime Minister said of the Indian-origin Democratic leader.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> Your (Kamala Harris) election as Vice President of USA has been an important &amp; historic event. You're a source of inspiration for many across the world. I'm confident that under Pres Biden &amp; your leadership our bilateral relations will touch new heights: PM Narendra Modi <a href="https://t.co/zEVruaiAWc">pic.twitter.com/zEVruaiAWc</a></p>
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<p>"You are an inspiration to many people all around the world. I am certain that our bilateral ties will reach new heights under President Biden's and your leadership," he said.</p>

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<p>Earlier in June this year, PM Modi held a telephonic conversation with Harris and discussed the US' strategy for global vaccine sharing and the Quad vaccine initiative to fight the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended a formal invitation to US Vice President Kamala Harris to visit India. He said, "The people of India are waiting to welcome you.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended a formal invitation to US Vice President Kamala Harris to visit India. He said, "The people of India are waiting to welcome you. I extend to you an invitation to visit India." Harris is the first Indian-American woman and person of colour to be elected vice president of the United States. Tête-à-tête between PM @narendramodi and @VP Kamala Harris before commencing delegation level talks. This is their first in-person meeting. pic.twitter.com/siKcVe88c3 — Arindam Bagchi (@MEAIndia) September 23, 2021 × #WATCH "The people of India are waiting to welcome you. I extend to you an invitation to visit India," PM Modi to US Vice President Kamala Harris, in Washington DC pic.twitter.com/Gtw13sYnZW — ANI (@ANI) September 23, 2021 × "Your election as Vice President of the United States has been an important and historic event," the Indian Prime Minister said of the Indian-origin Democratic leader. #WATCH Your (Kamala Harris) election as Vice President of USA has been an important & historic event. You're a source of inspiration for many across the world. I'm confident that under Pres Biden & your leadership our bilateral relations will touch new heights: PM Narendra Modi pic.twitter.com/zEVruaiAWc — ANI (@ANI) September 23, 2021 × "You are an inspiration to many people all around the world. I am certain that our bilateral ties will reach new heights under President Biden's and your leadership," he said. US: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US Vice-President Kamala Harris seen having a conversation at the premises of the White House after their joint statement pic.twitter.com/t4VVlK8PkD — ANI (@ANI) September 23, 2021 × Earlier in June this year, PM Modi held a telephonic conversation with Harris and discussed the US' strategy for global vaccine sharing and the Quad vaccine initiative to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi invites US Vice President Kamala Harris to India, says her election a historic event

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<p>Ahead of his first face-to-face meeting with United States President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, Indian <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-narendra-modi-talking-technology-with-leading-american-ceos-from-key-sectors-415274">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> interacted with top American CEOs from five different key sectors and expressed his vision and his plans to expand India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The CEOs of Qualcomm, Adobe, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone praised the Indian prime minister after the one-on-one meetings.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Here is what they had to say about India:</p>

<p><strong>Qualcomm&nbsp;<br />
CEO: Cristiano E Amon</strong></p>

<p>PM Modi began his engagements with a "productive interaction" with President and CEO of Qualcomm Cristiano E Amon and highlighted the vast business opportunities in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It is a great meeting…we are so proud of our partnership with India," Amon said after the meeting with PM Modi.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>IN PICS |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/pm-modi-in-usa-quad-unga-joe-biden-415080">UNGA: PM Modi arrives in US, busy days ahead</a></strong></p>

<p>As India is pushing for the 5G technology to be safe and secure, the meeting with chip giant Amon is of great significance as the San Diego-based company creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A world leader in 3G, 4G, and next-generation wireless technology innovations for more than 30 years, Qualcomm is now pioneering its way to 5G with a new era of intelligent products that are revolutionising industries, including automotive, computing and the Internet of Things (IoT).</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">It is a great meeting…we are so proud of our partnership with India.<br />
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Here is what President and CEO of <a href="https://twitter.com/Qualcomm?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Qualcomm</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/cristianoamon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@cristianoamon</a> said after the meeting with PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> in Washington DC. <a href="https://t.co/ggOrSRoWxn">pic.twitter.com/ggOrSRoWxn</a></p>
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<p><strong>Adobe<br />
CEO: Shantanu Narayen</strong></p>

<p>PM Modi interacted with Shantanu Narayen, the President and CEO of Adobe and they spoke about Adobe's ongoing collaboration and future investment plans in India.</p>

<p>Discussions also focused on India's flagship programme Digital India and the use of emerging technologies in sectors like health, education and R&amp;D.</p>

<p>"PM Modi believes that technology is the way to help things move forward," said Narayen after the meeting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They discussed continued investment in innovation and both emphasised creating few centres of excellence in AI in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Adobe CEO appreciated the efforts of India in fighting Covid and particularly in the rapid vaccination.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>First Solar<br />
CEO: Mark Widmar</strong></p>

<p>During his meeting with Mark Widmar, the CEO of First Solar, PM Modi discussed India's renewable energy landscape. They talked particularly about India's solar energy potential and the country's target of 450 GW electricity generation from renewable sources by 2030.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mark Widmar described as outstanding and also elaborated on why he is optimistic about closer business relations with India, especially in manufacturing. He also expressed happiness with the Indian policies for climate change and related industries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM also spoke about India's green hydrogen mission as both CEO and PM agreed on the enhancement of the manufacturing of solar in India. This will also benefit the countries in the region.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">CEO of <a href="https://twitter.com/FirstSolar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FirstSolar</a>, Mr. Mark Widmar described his meeting with PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> as outstanding and also elaborated on why he is optimistic about closer business relations with India, especially in manufacturing. <a href="https://t.co/75ggIKayPU">pic.twitter.com/75ggIKayPU</a></p>
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<p><strong>General Atomics Global Corporation<br />
CEO: Vivek Lall</strong></p>

<p>PM Modi and Vivek Lall spoke about strengthening the defence technology sector in India. Lall appreciated the recent policy changes to accelerate defence and emerging technology manufacturing and augment capacity building in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the meeting, Vivek Lall said, "Confidence and policy reforms coming out of India."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Modi's meeting with Lall is significant as General Atomics is not only the pioneer in military drone technologies but also the world's top manufacturer of state-of-the-art military drones, which the US shares only with its key allies and partners.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Confidence and policy reforms coming out of India, says Mr. Vivek Lall, Chief Executive of <a href="https://twitter.com/GeneralAtomics?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GeneralAtomics</a> Global Corporation.<br />
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<p><strong>Blackstone<br />
CEO: Stephen Schwarzman</strong></p>

<p>During his interaction with Schwarzman, the chairman, CEO and co-founder of Blackstone, PM Modi talked about the company's ongoing projects in India and their interest in further investments in the infrastructure and real estate sectors.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is important to note that Schwarzman is CEO of one of the world's leading investment firms investing capital on behalf of pension funds, large institutions and individuals.</p>

<p>In March this year, Blackstone announced that funds managed by Blackstone Real Estate have acquired Embassy Industrial Parks from Warburg Pincus and Embassy Group, in one of India's largest logistics transactions.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Mr. Stephen Schwarzman, the CEO of <a href="https://twitter.com/blackstone?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@blackstone</a> speaks about the interaction with the Prime Minister and the plans of investing in India in the times to come. <a href="https://t.co/MAjvmBUj1H">pic.twitter.com/MAjvmBUj1H</a></p>
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Ahead of his first face-to-face meeting with United States President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with top American CEOs from five different key sectors and expressed his vision and his plans to expand India.

Ahead of his first face-to-face meeting with United States President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with top American CEOs from five different key sectors and expressed his vision and his plans to expand India. The CEOs of Qualcomm, Adobe, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone praised the Indian prime minister after the one-on-one meetings. Here is what they had to say about India: Qualcomm CEO: Cristiano E Amon PM Modi began his engagements with a "productive interaction" with President and CEO of Qualcomm Cristiano E Amon and highlighted the vast business opportunities in India. "It is a great meeting…we are so proud of our partnership with India," Amon said after the meeting with PM Modi. IN PICS | UNGA: PM Modi arrives in US, busy days ahead As India is pushing for the 5G technology to be safe and secure, the meeting with chip giant Amon is of great significance as the San Diego-based company creates semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology. A world leader in 3G, 4G, and next-generation wireless technology innovations for more than 30 years, Qualcomm is now pioneering its way to 5G with a new era of intelligent products that are revolutionising industries, including automotive, computing and the Internet of Things (IoT). It is a great meeting…we are so proud of our partnership with India. Here is what President and CEO of @Qualcomm, @cristianoamon said after the meeting with PM @narendramodi in Washington DC. pic.twitter.com/ggOrSRoWxn — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × Adobe CEO: Shantanu Narayen PM Modi interacted with Shantanu Narayen, the President and CEO of Adobe and they spoke about Adobe's ongoing collaboration and future investment plans in India. Discussions also focused on India's flagship programme Digital India and the use of emerging technologies in sectors like health, education and R&D. "PM Modi believes that technology is the way to help things move forward," said Narayen after the meeting. They discussed continued investment in innovation and both emphasised creating few centres of excellence in AI in India. The Adobe CEO appreciated the efforts of India in fighting Covid and particularly in the rapid vaccination. "PM Modi believes that technology is the way to help things move forward.” Mr. Shantanu Narayen, Chairman, President and CEO of @Adobe shares what he discussed with PM Modi during their meeting. pic.twitter.com/4uovM0kRF4 — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × First Solar CEO: Mark Widmar During his meeting with Mark Widmar, the CEO of First Solar, PM Modi discussed India's renewable energy landscape. They talked particularly about India's solar energy potential and the country's target of 450 GW electricity generation from renewable sources by 2030. Mark Widmar described as outstanding and also elaborated on why he is optimistic about closer business relations with India, especially in manufacturing. He also expressed happiness with the Indian policies for climate change and related industries. PM also spoke about India's green hydrogen mission as both CEO and PM agreed on the enhancement of the manufacturing of solar in India. This will also benefit the countries in the region. CEO of @FirstSolar, Mr. Mark Widmar described his meeting with PM @narendramodi as outstanding and also elaborated on why he is optimistic about closer business relations with India, especially in manufacturing. pic.twitter.com/75ggIKayPU — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × General Atomics Global Corporation CEO: Vivek Lall PM Modi and Vivek Lall spoke about strengthening the defence technology sector in India. Lall appreciated the recent policy changes to accelerate defence and emerging technology manufacturing and augment capacity building in India. After the meeting, Vivek Lall said, "Confidence and policy reforms coming out of India." Modi's meeting with Lall is significant as General Atomics is not only the pioneer in military drone technologies but also the world's top manufacturer of state-of-the-art military drones, which the US shares only with its key allies and partners. Confidence and policy reforms coming out of India, says Mr. Vivek Lall, Chief Executive of @GeneralAtomics Global Corporation. He shares details on what he and PM @narendramodi discussed during their meeting a short while ago. pic.twitter.com/BJmuIk8zZ6 — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × Blackstone CEO: Stephen Schwarzman During his interaction with Schwarzman, the chairman, CEO and co-founder of Blackstone, PM Modi talked about the company's ongoing projects in India and their interest in further investments in the infrastructure and real estate sectors. It is important to note that Schwarzman is CEO of one of the world's leading investment firms investing capital on behalf of pension funds, large institutions and individuals. In March this year, Blackstone announced that funds managed by Blackstone Real Estate have acquired Embassy Industrial Parks from Warburg Pincus and Embassy Group, in one of India's largest logistics transactions. Mr. Stephen Schwarzman, the CEO of @blackstone speaks about the interaction with the Prime Minister and the plans of investing in India in the times to come. pic.twitter.com/MAjvmBUj1H — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 ×

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<p>UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday (local time) asked the world to "grow up" to tackle Climate Change.He was addressing United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). His words have come just a month before UN COP26 climate conference which is scheduled to take place in Glasgow October 31 onwards.</p>

<p>"We need all countries, every single one of you, to step up and commit to very substantial reductions by 2030, and I am absolutely convinced, I passionately believe that we can do it by making commitments in four areas and I want you to remember them - coal, cars, cash and trees," he said.</p>

<p>"We will have made this beautiful planet effectively uninhabitable -- not just for us but for many other species," he told the General Assembly.</p>

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<p>"And that is why the Glasgow COP26 summit is the turning point for humanity," he said,&nbsp;</p>

<p>UN COP26 is aiming to encourage much more ambitious global climate action. The conference is taking place amid warnings from scientists that global warming is spiralling out of control.</p>

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<p>"We must show that we are capable of learning and maturing and finally taking responsibility for the destruction we are inflicting, not just upon our planet, but upon ourselves. It's time for humanity to grow up," Johnson said.</p>

<p>Johnson hailed a pledge made a day earlier by Chinese President Xi Jinping to end coal financing overseas and urged the world's largest emitter also to end its own growing use of coal. He even stated that he did not see that a pro-environment approach was a pretext to be used against capitalism</p>

<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-pm-narendra-modis-flight-to-us-skips-frankfurt-stopover-courtesy-advanced-aircraft-414962">Indian PM Narendra Modi's flight to US skips Frankfurt stopover, courtesy advanced aircraft &nbsp;</a></strong><br />
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A UN analysis of country under the 2015 Paris agreement on climate on Friday (September 17) showed global emissions would be 16% higher in 2030 than they were in 2010 - far off the 45% reduction by 2030 that scientists say is needed to stave off disastrous climate change.</p>

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UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday (local time) asked the world to "grow up" to tackle Climate Change.He was addressing United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday (local time) asked the world to "grow up" to tackle Climate Change.He was addressing United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). His words have come just a month before UN COP26 climate conference which is scheduled to take place in Glasgow October 31 onwards. "We need all countries, every single one of you, to step up and commit to very substantial reductions by 2030, and I am absolutely convinced, I passionately believe that we can do it by making commitments in four areas and I want you to remember them - coal, cars, cash and trees," he said. "We will have made this beautiful planet effectively uninhabitable -- not just for us but for many other species," he told the General Assembly. Also Read | Global COVID-19 summit: Indian PM Modi bats for mutual recognition of vaccine certificates amid UK row "And that is why the Glasgow COP26 summit is the turning point for humanity," he said, UN COP26 is aiming to encourage much more ambitious global climate action. The conference is taking place amid warnings from scientists that global warming is spiralling out of control. Also Read | Not aware of any concerns being raised by the UK, says India's top health official on vaccine certification issue "We must show that we are capable of learning and maturing and finally taking responsibility for the destruction we are inflicting, not just upon our planet, but upon ourselves. It's time for humanity to grow up," Johnson said. Johnson hailed a pledge made a day earlier by Chinese President Xi Jinping to end coal financing overseas and urged the world's largest emitter also to end its own growing use of coal. He even stated that he did not see that a pro-environment approach was a pretext to be used against capitalism Also Read | Indian PM Narendra Modi's flight to US skips Frankfurt stopover, courtesy advanced aircraft A UN analysis of country under the 2015 Paris agreement on climate on Friday (September 17) showed global emissions would be 16% higher in 2030 than they were in 2010 - far off the 45% reduction by 2030 that scientists say is needed to stave off disastrous climate change. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his engagements in the United States on Thursday (September 23) by meeting with leading American CEOs from five different key sectors.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India's Ministry of External Affairs informed that PM Modi met with the President and CEO of Qualcomm Cristiano Amon and during the meeting, they discussed "investment opportunities" offered in India’s telecommunications and electronics sector.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The discussions also included the recently launched Production Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI) for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) as well as developments in the semiconductor supply chain in India, the ministry said in a release.</p>

<p><strong>IN PICS | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/pm-modi-in-usa-quad-unga-joe-biden-415080">UNGA: PM Modi arrives in US, busy days ahead</a></strong></p>

<p>"During the meeting, they discussed investment opportunities offered in India’s telecommunications and electronics sector. This included the recently launched Production Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI) for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) as well as developments in the semiconductor supply chain in India. Strategies for building the local innovation ecosystem in India were also discussed."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The official handle of the Prime Minister's office also tweeted that PM Modi has highlighted the vast economic opportunities India has to offer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amon even expressed keenness to work with India in areas such as 5G and other digital India efforts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi held one-on-one meetings with CEOs of Qualcomm, Adobe, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone before his first face-to-face meeting with US President Joe Biden and his deputy Kamala Harris.&nbsp;</p>

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President and CEO of <a href="https://twitter.com/Qualcomm?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Qualcomm</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/cristianoamon?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@cristianoamon</a> and PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a> had a productive interaction. PM Modi highlighted the vast opportunities India offers. Mr. Amon expressed keenness to work with India in areas such as 5G and other <a href="https://twitter.com/_DigitalIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_DigitalIndia</a> efforts. <a href="https://t.co/kKcaXhpFtB">pic.twitter.com/kKcaXhpFtB</a></p>
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<p>PM Modi interacted with&nbsp;Shantanu Narayen, the President and CEO of Adobe and they discussed Adobe’s ongoing collaboration and future investment plans in India.</p>

<p>MEA stated, "Discussions also focused on India’s flagship programme Digital India, and use of emerging technologies in sectors like health, education and R&amp;D."</p>

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<p>During his meeting with Mark Widmar, the CEO of First Solar, discussions related to India's renewable energy landscape took place. They talked particularly about India's solar energy potential and the country's target of 450 GW electricity generation from renewable sources by 2030.&nbsp;</p>

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CEO of <a href="https://twitter.com/FirstSolar?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FirstSolar</a>, Mr. Mark Widmar called on PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a>. PM Modi elaborated on India's efforts to harness solar energy, including the 'One world, One sun and One grid' initiative and investment opportunities in the sector. <a href="https://t.co/tkPjoTkBwm">pic.twitter.com/tkPjoTkBwm</a></p>
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<p>Modi also met Vivek Lall, the Chief Executive of General Atomics Global Corporation and they&nbsp;spoke about strengthening the defence technology sector in India. Lall appreciated the recent policy changes to accelerate defence and emerging technology manufacturing and augment capacity building in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During his interaction with Stephen Schwarzman, the chairman, CEO and co-founder of Blackstone, PM Modi talked about the company's ongoing projects in India, and their interest in further investments in the infrastructure and real estate sectors. &nbsp;</p>

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Mr. Vivek Lall of <a href="https://twitter.com/GeneralAtomics?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GeneralAtomics</a> Global Corporation interacted with PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a>. They discussed India's strides in drone technology, including the path-breaking reforms and PLI scheme. <a href="https://t.co/E04fzp1Odf">pic.twitter.com/E04fzp1Odf</a></p>
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Mr. Stephen Schwarzman, the CEO of <a href="https://twitter.com/blackstone?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@blackstone</a> met PM <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a>. Various investment opportunities in India, including those arising due to the National Infrastructure Pipeline and National Monetisation Pipeline were discussed. <a href="https://t.co/i7zHAECppi">pic.twitter.com/i7zHAECppi</a></p>
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his engagements in the United States on Thursday (September 23) by meeting with leading American CEOs from five different key sectors.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his engagements in the United States on Thursday (September 23) by meeting with leading American CEOs from five different key sectors. India's Ministry of External Affairs informed that PM Modi met with the President and CEO of Qualcomm Cristiano Amon and during the meeting, they discussed "investment opportunities" offered in India’s telecommunications and electronics sector. The discussions also included the recently launched Production Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI) for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) as well as developments in the semiconductor supply chain in India, the ministry said in a release. IN PICS | UNGA: PM Modi arrives in US, busy days ahead "During the meeting, they discussed investment opportunities offered in India’s telecommunications and electronics sector. This included the recently launched Production Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI) for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) as well as developments in the semiconductor supply chain in India. Strategies for building the local innovation ecosystem in India were also discussed." The official handle of the Prime Minister's office also tweeted that PM Modi has highlighted the vast economic opportunities India has to offer. Amon even expressed keenness to work with India in areas such as 5G and other digital India efforts. PM Modi held one-on-one meetings with CEOs of Qualcomm, Adobe, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone before his first face-to-face meeting with US President Joe Biden and his deputy Kamala Harris. Talking technology... President and CEO of @Qualcomm, @cristianoamon and PM @narendramodi had a productive interaction. PM Modi highlighted the vast opportunities India offers. Mr. Amon expressed keenness to work with India in areas such as 5G and other @_DigitalIndia efforts. pic.twitter.com/kKcaXhpFtB — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × PM Modi interacted with Shantanu Narayen, the President and CEO of Adobe and they discussed Adobe’s ongoing collaboration and future investment plans in India. MEA stated, "Discussions also focused on India’s flagship programme Digital India, and use of emerging technologies in sectors like health, education and R&D." Mr. Shantanu Narayen, Chairman, President and CEO of @Adobe met PM @narendramodi. Discussions focussed on leveraging technology to provide smart education to youngsters and enhance research. They also discussed the vibrant start-up sector in India, powered by the Indian youth. pic.twitter.com/oNTY95nrV0 — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × During his meeting with Mark Widmar, the CEO of First Solar, discussions related to India's renewable energy landscape took place. They talked particularly about India's solar energy potential and the country's target of 450 GW electricity generation from renewable sources by 2030. Renewed focus on renewable energy. CEO of @FirstSolar, Mr. Mark Widmar called on PM @narendramodi. PM Modi elaborated on India's efforts to harness solar energy, including the 'One world, One sun and One grid' initiative and investment opportunities in the sector. pic.twitter.com/tkPjoTkBwm — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × Modi also met Vivek Lall, the Chief Executive of General Atomics Global Corporation and they spoke about strengthening the defence technology sector in India. Lall appreciated the recent policy changes to accelerate defence and emerging technology manufacturing and augment capacity building in India. During his interaction with Stephen Schwarzman, the chairman, CEO and co-founder of Blackstone, PM Modi talked about the company's ongoing projects in India, and their interest in further investments in the infrastructure and real estate sectors. Discussing a subject of the future, which has captured the imagination of the present. Mr. Vivek Lall of @GeneralAtomics Global Corporation interacted with PM @narendramodi. They discussed India's strides in drone technology, including the path-breaking reforms and PLI scheme. pic.twitter.com/E04fzp1Odf — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × Giving greater momentum to investments in India. Mr. Stephen Schwarzman, the CEO of @blackstone met PM @narendramodi. Various investment opportunities in India, including those arising due to the National Infrastructure Pipeline and National Monetisation Pipeline were discussed. pic.twitter.com/i7zHAECppi — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 ×

Indian PM Narendra Modi 'talking technology' with leading American CEOs from key sectors

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<p>As India is pushing for safe and secure 5G technology and amid a global shortage of semiconductors, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's one-on-one meeting with Cristiano E Amon, the President and CEO of semiconductor maker Qualcomm, is of huge significance.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from Qualcomm, PM Modi also met with CEOs of Adobe, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone on Thursday (September 23) during his visit to the United States.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The official handle of the Prime Minister's office also tweeted that PM Modi has highlighted the vast economic opportunities India has to offer and Amon expressed "keenness to work with India" in areas such as 5G and other Digital India efforts.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Qualcomm CEO 'proud' of partnership with India</strong></p>

<p>Sources said Amon expressed enthusiasm to work with India on ambitious digital transformation programmes including in 5G, PM WANI and others. He also expressed interest in partnering with India to work in the field of semiconductors.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We are so proud of our partnership (with India)," Amon said in the video posted by PMO after his meeting with the prime minister.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We talked about 5G and the celebration of 5G. We talked about an incredible opportunity to advance the industry not only domestically in India but India as an export of technology," he said in response to a question.</p>

<p>"We talked about semiconductors, which is kind of an important topic of conversation. And we talked about the opportunity to continue to build an incredible mobile ecosystem that is developing in India. We are very pleased with the conversations and we're very, very happy with everything we're doing together with India," he said.</p>

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<p>Responding to a question, Amon said Qualcomm would continue to invest in India and he said that India could be an important destination for the semiconductor industry, subject to the availability of infrastructure.</p>

<p>India, he said, is a great place for investors, not only to invest directly, but also to support other companies. For example, Qualcomm has a designing India program that helps several startup companies in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amon said Qualcomm has been very successful to date with all the investments that are made in India and the Prime Minister's approach to drive economic growth in making India a "destination for investment" has been very successful. "We welcome that," he said.</p>

<p>A release from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs said they discussed "investment opportunities offered in India’s telecommunications and electronics sector."</p>

<p>This included the recently launched Production Linked Incentive Scheme&nbsp;for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing as well as developments in the semiconductor supply chain in India. Strategies for building the local innovation ecosystem in India were also discussed.</p>

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<p><strong>What is Qualcomm?</strong></p>

<p>Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation with headquarters in San Diego, California. Incorporated in Delaware, it creates semiconductors, software and services related to wireless technology.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A world leader in 3G, 4G and next-generation wireless technology innovations for more than 30 years, Qualcomm is now pioneering its way to 5G with a new era of intelligent products.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ceos-shower-praise-for-india-as-prime-minister-narendra-modi-meets-them-in-us-415290">CEOs shower praise for India as Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets them in US</a></strong></p>

<p>As India is looking for a major investment from Qualcomm, discussions on strategies for building the local innovation ecosystem will be pivotal for India.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


As India is pushing for safe and secure 5G technology and amid a global shortage of semiconductors, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's one-on-one meeting with Cristiano E Amon, the President and CEO of semiconductor maker Qualcomm, is of huge significance.

As India is pushing for safe and secure 5G technology and amid a global shortage of semiconductors, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's one-on-one meeting with Cristiano E Amon, the President and CEO of semiconductor maker Qualcomm, is of huge significance. Apart from Qualcomm, PM Modi also met with CEOs of Adobe, First Solar, General Atomics and Blackstone on Thursday (September 23) during his visit to the United States. The official handle of the Prime Minister's office also tweeted that PM Modi has highlighted the vast economic opportunities India has to offer and Amon expressed "keenness to work with India" in areas such as 5G and other Digital India efforts. Qualcomm CEO 'proud' of partnership with India Sources said Amon expressed enthusiasm to work with India on ambitious digital transformation programmes including in 5G, PM WANI and others. He also expressed interest in partnering with India to work in the field of semiconductors. "We are so proud of our partnership (with India)," Amon said in the video posted by PMO after his meeting with the prime minister. "We talked about 5G and the celebration of 5G. We talked about an incredible opportunity to advance the industry not only domestically in India but India as an export of technology," he said in response to a question. "We talked about semiconductors, which is kind of an important topic of conversation. And we talked about the opportunity to continue to build an incredible mobile ecosystem that is developing in India. We are very pleased with the conversations and we're very, very happy with everything we're doing together with India," he said. IN PICS | UNGA: PM Modi arrives in US, busy days ahead It is a great meeting…we are so proud of our partnership with India. Here is what President and CEO of @Qualcomm, @cristianoamon said after the meeting with PM @narendramodi in Washington DC. pic.twitter.com/ggOrSRoWxn — PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2021 × Responding to a question, Amon said Qualcomm would continue to invest in India and he said that India could be an important destination for the semiconductor industry, subject to the availability of infrastructure. India, he said, is a great place for investors, not only to invest directly, but also to support other companies. For example, Qualcomm has a designing India program that helps several startup companies in India. Amon said Qualcomm has been very successful to date with all the investments that are made in India and the Prime Minister's approach to drive economic growth in making India a "destination for investment" has been very successful. "We welcome that," he said. A release from the Indian Ministry of External Affairs said they discussed "investment opportunities offered in India’s telecommunications and electronics sector." This included the recently launched Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Electronics System Design and Manufacturing as well as developments in the semiconductor supply chain in India. Strategies for building the local innovation ecosystem in India were also discussed. × What is Qualcomm? Qualcomm is an American multinational corporation with headquarters in San Diego, California. Incorporated in Delaware, it creates semiconductors, software and services related to wireless technology. A world leader in 3G, 4G and next-generation wireless technology innovations for more than 30 years, Qualcomm is now pioneering its way to 5G with a new era of intelligent products. ALSO READ | CEOs shower praise for India as Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets them in US As India is looking for a major investment from Qualcomm, discussions on strategies for building the local innovation ecosystem will be pivotal for India. (With inputs from agencies)

Why PM Narendra Modi's meeting with semiconductor firm Qualcomm's CEO Cristiano E Amon is pivotal for India

A member of Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro’s delegation to the United Nations was put in isolation after testing positive for Covid-19 in New York, adding to concerns that the general assembly this week could trigger a spike in coronavirus cases in the host city. Watch this report for more details.

Brazilian UN Delegate tests positive for Covid-19 in New York

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in United States

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addresses the G20 Foreign Ministers meeting on the sideline of UNGA in New York. Watch this report for more details.

G20 Foreign Ministers meet on sideline of UNGA in New York

World leaders are speaking for a third day at the 76th session of United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Speaking at the UNGA, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has called the unequal distribution of vaccines across the world “an indictment on humanity.”

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa speaks at UNGA

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for a visit to the United States on Wednesday. During his trip from September 22-25, PM Modi will be meeting US President Joe Biden, Vice-President Kamala Harris, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, and Japanese Premier Yoshihide Suga.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits United States

UNGA: PM Modi arrives in US, busy days ahead

Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi will hold a bilateral meeting with US President Joe Biden during his visit to the United States. He will also address the UN general debate of the 76th session of the UN General Assembly on September 25. WION's Executive Editor, Palki Sharma speaks to WION on PM Modi's visit.

WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma speaks on PM Modi's visit to US

<p>British Prime Minister Boris Johnson discussed cricket with his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison regarding the quarantine rules for the families of England's cricketers during the upcoming Ashes tour.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Australia's Prime Minister&nbsp;warned that England's cricketers and their families will be given "no special deals" over quarantine after meeting with Boris in Washington DC, following their trips to the United Nations General Assembly in New York.</p>

<p>Recently, England players sought assurances for their family members to be allowed to join them in Australia during the Ashes series, starting in Brisbane on December 8.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Australia has closed its borders in an effort to control COVID-19, with limited flights and 14-day mandatory managed isolation for returning citizens.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Talking about the discussion, Johnson told reporters in Washington, "I raised it and he said he was going to do his best for the families."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He totally got the point that for cricketers it is very tough to ask people to be away from their families over Christmas," Johnson added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Great to catch up with you too, <a href="https://twitter.com/BorisJohnson?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BorisJohnson</a>, and discuss taking forward our new <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUKUS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUKUS</a> partnership and our shared interests in a free, open and resilient Indo-Pacific. The UK and Australia are the best of friends and allies. We deeply appreciate our recent vaccine swap deal. <a href="https://t.co/UOkOZhzXJL">https://t.co/UOkOZhzXJL</a></p>
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<p>Responding to the same, Morrison said he thought there would be no need for "special deals" allowing the families of players to accompany them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I don't see a great deal of difference in skilled workers or students, who will be able to come to Australia when you reach the vaccination rates," Morrison told reporters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The England and Wales Cricket Board are "very confident" the Ashes series will go ahead as planned amid Australia's tight border controls.&nbsp;</p>


British Prime Minister Boris Johnson discussed cricket with his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison regarding the quarantine rules for the families of England's cricketers during the upcoming Ashes tour.

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson discussed cricket with his Australian counterpart Scott Morrison regarding the quarantine rules for the families of England's cricketers during the upcoming Ashes tour. Australia's Prime Minister warned that England's cricketers and their families will be given "no special deals" over quarantine after meeting with Boris in Washington DC, following their trips to the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Recently, England players sought assurances for their family members to be allowed to join them in Australia during the Ashes series, starting in Brisbane on December 8. IN PICS | UNGA: PM Modi arrives in US, busy days ahead Australia has closed its borders in an effort to control COVID-19, with limited flights and 14-day mandatory managed isolation for returning citizens. Talking about the discussion, Johnson told reporters in Washington, "I raised it and he said he was going to do his best for the families." "He totally got the point that for cricketers it is very tough to ask people to be away from their families over Christmas," Johnson added. Great to catch up with you too, @BorisJohnson, and discuss taking forward our new #AUKUS partnership and our shared interests in a free, open and resilient Indo-Pacific. The UK and Australia are the best of friends and allies. We deeply appreciate our recent vaccine swap deal. https://t.co/UOkOZhzXJL — Scott Morrison (@ScottMorrisonMP) September 23, 2021 × Responding to the same, Morrison said he thought there would be no need for "special deals" allowing the families of players to accompany them. "I don't see a great deal of difference in skilled workers or students, who will be able to come to Australia when you reach the vaccination rates," Morrison told reporters. The England and Wales Cricket Board are "very confident" the Ashes series will go ahead as planned amid Australia's tight border controls.

'No special deals': Scott Morrison, Boris Johnson discuss Ashes tour over quarantine rules for cricketers' families

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Wednesday cast UN climate talks in Glasgow in November as a last chance for humanity as he made a passionate appeal for the world to slash carbon emissions. Watch this report for more details.

United Kingdom PM makes a passionate appeal on climate

Prime Minister of India has arrived in the US, and ahead of the QUAD summit, US President Joe Biden to host PM Modi for a bilateral talk. Watch this report for more details.

QUAD : Wide ranging issues up for discussion

QUAD focus: China, Indo pacific security

The king of Saudi Arabia addressed the United Nations General Assembly with a pre-recorded message, take a listen in.

'Collaboration is must,' king of Saudi Arabia addresses UNGA on Covid-19 & more | WORLD USA Direct

As 76th session of UNGA gets underway, the Indian EAM S Jaishankar held key bilateral meetings with leaders of various countries on the sidelines of the assembly. On Tuesday, the minister met with foreign ministers of France, Iran, Australia, Egypt and Italy among others.

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US President Joe Biden and Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison welcomed their new security ties ahead of their bilateral meeting alongside the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City.

WION-USA Direct: US President Joe Biden meets Australian PM Scott Morrison on UNGA sidelines

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European Union leaders have rallied behind France in its anger over a multi-billion dollar submarine deal with Australia that was scuppered when Canberra signed up to a trilateral Asia Pacific security pact with the United States and the United Kingdom. Watch this report for more details.

European Union ministers express solidarity with France

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<p>On the sidelines of the annual high-level UN General Assembly session, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday discussed issues relating to Afghanistan and the Indo-Pacific during his bilateral meetings with global counterparts. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian external affairs minister, who arrived on Monday to participate at the high-level 76th session of the UN General Assembly, started the day with a meeting with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Jaishankar tweeted on Tuesday, "Began the day meeting with our strategic partner France. A comprehensive discussion with FM @JY_LeDrian on Afghanistan, Indo-Pacific and other contemporary issues. India and France are solid partners in the UN Security Council." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The minister then held a bilateral meeting with Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs H Amirabdollahian. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a tweet, Jaishankar said, "Good to meet FM @Amirabdolahian of Iran again. Continued our conversation on strengthening bilateral cooperation." He added that the meeting reaffirmed our convergence on regional issues. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian minister also met Egypt's Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry in the UN headquarters on the sidelines of the UNGA. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-announce-expansion-to-interim-cabinet-fail-to-include-women-again-despite-outcry-414741" hreflang="en">Taliban&nbsp;announce expansion to&nbsp;interim Cabinet, fail to include women again despite outcry</a></strong></p>

<p>"Good to meet FM Sameh Shoukry of Egypt. Agreed to take forward our bilateral cooperation. Exchanged views on the GERD issue and Afghanistan," the minister said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Jaishankar also met his Australian counterpart Marise Payne. "Met our Quad partner Australia. Took forward strategic conversations with FM @Marisepayne from our last meeting. Was apprised of recent developments in the Indo-Pacific," he said. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


On the sidelines of the annual high-level UN General Assembly session, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday discussed issues relating to Afghanistan and the Indo-Pacific during his bilateral meetings with global counterparts.

On the sidelines of the annual high-level UN General Assembly session, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday discussed issues relating to Afghanistan and the Indo-Pacific during his bilateral meetings with global counterparts. The Indian external affairs minister, who arrived on Monday to participate at the high-level 76th session of the UN General Assembly, started the day with a meeting with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian. Watch: × Jaishankar tweeted on Tuesday, "Began the day meeting with our strategic partner France. A comprehensive discussion with FM @JY_LeDrian on Afghanistan, Indo-Pacific and other contemporary issues. India and France are solid partners in the UN Security Council." The minister then held a bilateral meeting with Iran's Minister of Foreign Affairs H Amirabdollahian. Also Read: In first address at UN General Assembly 2021, US President Joe Biden says ended Afghan war to enter new era of diplomacy In a tweet, Jaishankar said, "Good to meet FM @Amirabdolahian of Iran again. Continued our conversation on strengthening bilateral cooperation." He added that the meeting reaffirmed our convergence on regional issues. The Indian minister also met Egypt's Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry in the UN headquarters on the sidelines of the UNGA. Also Read: Taliban announce expansion to interim Cabinet, fail to include women again despite outcry "Good to meet FM Sameh Shoukry of Egypt. Agreed to take forward our bilateral cooperation. Exchanged views on the GERD issue and Afghanistan," the minister said. Jaishankar also met his Australian counterpart Marise Payne. "Met our Quad partner Australia. Took forward strategic conversations with FM @Marisepayne from our last meeting. Was apprised of recent developments in the Indo-Pacific," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

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