From the Russia-Ukraine war to the Indo-Pacific tensions, the MQ9 drones from the US-based manufacturer General Atomics have emerged as one of the most vital aerial assets for the US and its allies. The Indian government recently approved the purchase of 31 General Atomics MQ9B Predator drones. General Atomics CEO Vivek Lall speaks about the importance of drone technology in the Indo-Pacific region.

General Atomics CEO Vivek Lall on US-India ties

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3">During his high-profile series of meetings with the top business leaders in the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a fruitful interaction with First Solar CEO Mark Widmar here on Thursday, sources said. Widmar has expressed his happiness with the Indian policies for climate change and related industries, according to sources.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="7">PM Modi spoke about the one world, one Sun and one grid initiative and its potential. He referred to India`s ambitious target of 450 GW of renewable energy. He also emphasised India`s focus on manufacturing of solar energy and said that companies in the field of solar energy can take maximum advantage of our PLI schemes.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="8">PM Modi also discussed India's green hydrogen mission.PM Modi and Widmar both agreed on the enhancement of the manufacturing of solar in India. This will also benefit the countries in the region.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="9">After meeting with PM Modi, Widmar said, "With his leadership and what he has done to create a really strong balance between industrial policy as well as trade policy, makes it an ideal opportunity for companies like solar, to establish manufacturing in India, and his commitment to ensuring domestic capabilities and ensuring his long term climate goals and objectives with focus on energy independence and security."</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="10">"I think the alignment of what he is trying to accomplish could not be better for companies that are looking to manufacture in India," he added. Further, he stressed that, "If every country could embrace and emulate what India has done, our ability to hit these long term clinical objectives that are service, established in the Paris Accord won`t be a problem. I believe that India's leadership in terms of being aggressive in its commitment to renewable energy, 50 gigatonnes by the end of this decade, and enabling policies and support that enable domestic capability to ensure the most competitively advantaged and lowest cost way to deliver renewable energy into the market, should be replicated across all major markets around the world.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="11">"Widmar has told PM Modi that his "commitments to India, and wanting to be part of the journey and the vision that he set out is important. It is not one that we would forego, we would want to be part of this opportunity, to be part of this journey. "Asked about India's initiative for the International Solar Alliance, he said, "It will help us think about opportunities. One of the things we want to do with India is not only to be there to support the domestic market, but we want to be a technology leader in leveraging the capabilities that India can provide. And then compete on a global platform and participate in exports into international markets, that type of alliance and opportunity further enhances that potential. "First Solar Inc. is a US multinational corporation that manufactures solar panels and provides utility-scale photovoltaic power plants. The company also provides services associated with finance, construction and maintenance and end-of-life panel recycling.</p>


During his high-profile series of meetings with the top business leaders in the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a fruitful interaction with First Solar CEO Mark Widmar here on Thursday, sources said.

During his high-profile series of meetings with the top business leaders in the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a fruitful interaction with First Solar CEO Mark Widmar here on Thursday, sources said. Widmar has expressed his happiness with the Indian policies for climate change and related industries, according to sources. PM Modi spoke about the one world, one Sun and one grid initiative and its potential. He referred to India`s ambitious target of 450 GW of renewable energy. He also emphasised India`s focus on manufacturing of solar energy and said that companies in the field of solar energy can take maximum advantage of our PLI schemes. PM Modi also discussed India's green hydrogen mission.PM Modi and Widmar both agreed on the enhancement of the manufacturing of solar in India. This will also benefit the countries in the region. After meeting with PM Modi, Widmar said, "With his leadership and what he has done to create a really strong balance between industrial policy as well as trade policy, makes it an ideal opportunity for companies like solar, to establish manufacturing in India, and his commitment to ensuring domestic capabilities and ensuring his long term climate goals and objectives with focus on energy independence and security." "I think the alignment of what he is trying to accomplish could not be better for companies that are looking to manufacture in India," he added. Further, he stressed that, "If every country could embrace and emulate what India has done, our ability to hit these long term clinical objectives that are service, established in the Paris Accord won`t be a problem. I believe that India's leadership in terms of being aggressive in its commitment to renewable energy, 50 gigatonnes by the end of this decade, and enabling policies and support that enable domestic capability to ensure the most competitively advantaged and lowest cost way to deliver renewable energy into the market, should be replicated across all major markets around the world. "Widmar has told PM Modi that his "commitments to India, and wanting to be part of the journey and the vision that he set out is important. It is not one that we would forego, we would want to be part of this opportunity, to be part of this journey. "Asked about India's initiative for the International Solar Alliance, he said, "It will help us think about opportunities. One of the things we want to do with India is not only to be there to support the domestic market, but we want to be a technology leader in leveraging the capabilities that India can provide. And then compete on a global platform and participate in exports into international markets, that type of alliance and opportunity further enhances that potential. "First Solar Inc. is a US multinational corporation that manufactures solar panels and provides utility-scale photovoltaic power plants. The company also provides services associated with finance, construction and maintenance and end-of-life panel recycling.

The world should follow India's path on climate change: First Solar CEO tells PM Modi

<p data-changed="false" data-from-init="true" data-paragraphid="3">Visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an in-person meeting with US Vice President Kamala Harris, their first meeting since the Indian-American Democrat took office earlier this year.</p>

<p>During their meeting at Washington DC, Modi invited Harris to visit India.</p>

<p>In a joint appearance with Modi, Harris said&nbsp;India is a vital companion of America.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Modi said in his address, "I applaud America for assisting India when it was in the grip of the second wave of COVID-19."&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="13">Harris said:&nbsp;"When India was hit by a COVID outbreak, the US was happy to assist India in meeting its need and fulfilling its responsibility to vaccine its citizens...India was an important source of vaccines for other countries early in the pandemic."&nbsp;<br />
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-invites-us-vice-president-kamala-harris-to-india-says-her-election-a-historic-event-415348"><strong>Also read | PM Modi invites US Vice President Kamala Harris to India, says her election a historic event</strong></a></p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="18">On COVID-19, "our nations have worked together. Early in the pandemic, India was a vital source of vaccines for other countries, "the US vice president said.</p>

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<p>She also noted India's exceptional pace of vaccination given its vast population. She said, "I welcome India's announcement that it will soon be able to resume vaccine exports. It is particular note and admiration that India, I'm told, is currently vaccinating approximately 10 million people a day as of today."<br />
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<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="18">The two leaders also stressed "the importance of our shared belief in a free and open Indo-Pacific region."</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="18">"I know that India takes the issue of the climate crisis seriously," Harris said. "We believe that working together, the United States and India can have a profound impact not only on the people of our respective countries, but on the entire world."</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>

<p>Harris' mother, Shyamala Gopalan, was born in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu and immigrated to the United States as a teenager where she met Harris' father, Donald Harris, an immigrant from Jamaica.</p>

<p>Harris' maternal grandfather, PV Gopalan, had participated in the Indian independence movement and would later go on to become a senior civil servant in the country, at one point serving on an Indian diplomatic mission to Zambia.</p>

<p>Mukesh Aghi, President and Chief Executive Officer of the US-India Strategic Partnership, explained why the meeting between the two leaders is crucial.<br />
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<strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-pm-narendra-modi-talking-technology-with-leading-american-ceos-from-key-sectors-415274">Indian PM Narendra Modi 'talking technology' with leading American CEOs from key sectors</a></strong></p>

<p>He said Harris is quite powerful within the administration and the connection between the two is going to help both countries in the short and long term.</p>

<p>In his remarks at their meeting, Modi said: "The vibrant and strong people to people connections between India and the US is a bridge between our two countries, their contributions are praiseworthy."</p>

<p>He noted that&nbsp;India and America are "natural partners", adding "we have similar values, geopolitical interests, and our coordination and cooperation is also increasing."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Your election as Vice President of USA has been an important and historic event," he told Harris. "You are a source of inspiration for many across the world. I am confident that under President [Joe] Biden and your leadership our bilateral relations will touch new heights."</p>

<p>"I express my gratitude to the US for extending a helping hand to India when India was hit by the second wave of COVID19," Modi said in the joint statement with&nbsp;Harris.&nbsp;</p>

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Visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an in-person meeting with US Vice President Kamala Harris, their first meeting since the Indian-American Democrat took office earlier this year.

Visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an in-person meeting with US Vice President Kamala Harris, their first meeting since the Indian-American Democrat took office earlier this year. During their meeting at Washington DC, Modi invited Harris to visit India. In a joint appearance with Modi, Harris said India is a vital companion of America. Modi said in his address, "I applaud America for assisting India when it was in the grip of the second wave of COVID-19." Harris said: "When India was hit by a COVID outbreak, the US was happy to assist India in meeting its need and fulfilling its responsibility to vaccine its citizens...India was an important source of vaccines for other countries early in the pandemic." Also read | PM Modi invites US Vice President Kamala Harris to India, says her election a historic event On COVID-19, "our nations have worked together. Early in the pandemic, India was a vital source of vaccines for other countries, "the US vice president said. 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 × She also noted India's exceptional pace of vaccination given its vast population. She said, "I welcome India's announcement that it will soon be able to resume vaccine exports. It is particular note and admiration that India, I'm told, is currently vaccinating approximately 10 million people a day as of today." Also read | Why PM Modi's meeting with Qualcomm CEO is pivotal for India The two leaders also stressed "the importance of our shared belief in a free and open Indo-Pacific region." "I know that India takes the issue of the climate crisis seriously," Harris said. "We believe that working together, the United States and India can have a profound impact not only on the people of our respective countries, but on the entire world." "When you and I last spoke in June, we talked about how our world is more interconnected and interdependent than ever before...and the challenges that we face today have highlighted that fact," says US V-P Kamala Harris, welcoming Indian PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/zODgjDZCCr — WION (@WIONews) 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. Harris' mother, Shyamala Gopalan, was born in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu and immigrated to the United States as a teenager where she met Harris' father, Donald Harris, an immigrant from Jamaica. Harris' maternal grandfather, PV Gopalan, had participated in the Indian independence movement and would later go on to become a senior civil servant in the country, at one point serving on an Indian diplomatic mission to Zambia. Mukesh Aghi, President and Chief Executive Officer of the US-India Strategic Partnership, explained why the meeting between the two leaders is crucial. Also read | Indian PM Narendra Modi 'talking technology' with leading American CEOs from key sectors He said Harris is quite powerful within the administration and the connection between the two is going to help both countries in the short and long term. In his remarks at their meeting, Modi said: "The vibrant and strong people to people connections between India and the US is a bridge between our two countries, their contributions are praiseworthy." He noted that India and America are "natural partners", adding "we have similar values, geopolitical interests, and our coordination and cooperation is also increasing." "Your election as Vice President of USA has been an important and historic event," he told Harris. "You are a source of inspiration for many across the world. I am confident that under President [Joe] Biden and your leadership our bilateral relations will touch new heights." "I express my gratitude to the US for extending a helping hand to India when India was hit by the second wave of COVID19," Modi said in the joint statement with Harris. (With inputs from agencies)

'India, US natural partners,' say Indian PM Narendra Modi, US Vice President Kamala Harris after first in-person meeting

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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><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><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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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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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 ×

CEOs shower praise on India as Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets them in US

<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>

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<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. 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

<p>Vivek Lall, a prominent Indian-American aerospace and defence expert who played key roles in some of the major defence deals between India and the US, has been appointed as the Chief Executive of General Atomics Global Corporation at its headquarters in San Diego, California.</p>

<p>Lall had resigned in April as vice president of Aeronautics Strategy and Business Development at Lockheed Martin, an American security and aerospace giant, to spend more time with his family in San Diego, where he resides. However, weeks later the world's premier drone manufacturer roped him in.</p>

<p>"We are pleased to announce that Dr Vivek Lall will assume the position of Chief Executive at General Atomics Global Corporation, effective immediately," GA said in a statement emailed to PTI on Sunday.</p>

<p>General Atomics (GA) is one of the world's leading privately held nuclear and defense company.</p>

<p>"With Dr Lall's expertise, GA Global will expand its global footprint for managing sales, service, and international industrial collaboration in strategically important countries like Japan, Australia, the UAE, and others," the company said.</p>

<p>"Dr Lall's extensive experience in the US and international markets will strengthen the company's international growth," said General Atomics, which along with its affiliated companies operates on five continents.</p>

<p>For the Jakarta-born, Lall, this is his second stint with General Atomics, which produces a series of unmanned aircraft and provides electro-optical, radar, signals intelligence, and automated airborne surveillance systems.<br />
In his capacity as Chief Executive of Strategic Development at General Atomics from 2014 to 2018, Lall played key role in the decision of the Trump Administration to sell category 1 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to India, a non-NATO country.</p>

<p>The UAVs that can carry missiles fall under the category-1 classification.</p>

<p>In his new role as Chief Executive, Lall, 50, would be heading the General Atomics Global Corporation.</p>

<p>General Atomics is the principal private sector participant in thermonuclear fusion research through its internationally recognized DIII-D and inertial confinement programs. It is also a leader in development of next-generation nuclear fission and high-temperature materials technologies.</p>

<p>For over a decade now, Lall has been instrumental in major bilateral defense deals worth around USD 18 billion. This includes the procurement of 24 MH-60R Multi-Role Helicopters from Lockheed Martin for the Indian Navy worth USD 2.6 billion, which was announced during the India visit of President Donald Trump in February.</p>

<p>In his capacity as vice-president and country head for India, Boeing Defense Space &amp; Security, Lall was instrumental in several multi-billion bilateral defence deals. Prominent among them being 10 C17 strategic lift worth USD4 billion, P-8I Anti-submarine warfare aircrafts (eight and then four) worth USD3 billion, 28 apache helicopters and 15 chinooks worth USD 5 billion 22 harpoon missiles worth USD 200 million.</p>

<p>He was appointed to the US Federal Aviation Advisory Committee two years ago and has overseen multiple campaigns as well as pan India strategic industrial tie-ups.</p>

<p>Trained as a private pilot at the Phoenix International Flight Training Center in Florida, Lall has conducted his doctoral work in collaboration with NASA.</p>


Vivek Lall, a prominent Indian-American aerospace and defence expert who played key roles in some of the major defence deals between India and the US, has been appointed as the Chief Executive of General Atomics Global Corporation at its headquarters in San Diego, California.

Vivek Lall, a prominent Indian-American aerospace and defence expert who played key roles in some of the major defence deals between India and the US, has been appointed as the Chief Executive of General Atomics Global Corporation at its headquarters in San Diego, California. Lall had resigned in April as vice president of Aeronautics Strategy and Business Development at Lockheed Martin, an American security and aerospace giant, to spend more time with his family in San Diego, where he resides. However, weeks later the world's premier drone manufacturer roped him in. "We are pleased to announce that Dr Vivek Lall will assume the position of Chief Executive at General Atomics Global Corporation, effective immediately," GA said in a statement emailed to PTI on Sunday. General Atomics (GA) is one of the world's leading privately held nuclear and defense company. "With Dr Lall's expertise, GA Global will expand its global footprint for managing sales, service, and international industrial collaboration in strategically important countries like Japan, Australia, the UAE, and others," the company said. "Dr Lall's extensive experience in the US and international markets will strengthen the company's international growth," said General Atomics, which along with its affiliated companies operates on five continents. For the Jakarta-born, Lall, this is his second stint with General Atomics, which produces a series of unmanned aircraft and provides electro-optical, radar, signals intelligence, and automated airborne surveillance systems. In his capacity as Chief Executive of Strategic Development at General Atomics from 2014 to 2018, Lall played key role in the decision of the Trump Administration to sell category 1 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to India, a non-NATO country. The UAVs that can carry missiles fall under the category-1 classification. In his new role as Chief Executive, Lall, 50, would be heading the General Atomics Global Corporation. General Atomics is the principal private sector participant in thermonuclear fusion research through its internationally recognized DIII-D and inertial confinement programs. It is also a leader in development of next-generation nuclear fission and high-temperature materials technologies. For over a decade now, Lall has been instrumental in major bilateral defense deals worth around USD 18 billion. This includes the procurement of 24 MH-60R Multi-Role Helicopters from Lockheed Martin for the Indian Navy worth USD 2.6 billion, which was announced during the India visit of President Donald Trump in February. In his capacity as vice-president and country head for India, Boeing Defense Space & Security, Lall was instrumental in several multi-billion bilateral defence deals. Prominent among them being 10 C17 strategic lift worth USD4 billion, P-8I Anti-submarine warfare aircrafts (eight and then four) worth USD3 billion, 28 apache helicopters and 15 chinooks worth USD 5 billion 22 harpoon missiles worth USD 200 million. He was appointed to the US Federal Aviation Advisory Committee two years ago and has overseen multiple campaigns as well as pan India strategic industrial tie-ups. Trained as a private pilot at the Phoenix International Flight Training Center in Florida, Lall has conducted his doctoral work in collaboration with NASA.

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