US visit to build on successes achieved in bilateral ties in Trump's first term: Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced his three-day visit to France on Monday, marking the first leg of his two-nation tour, before heading to the United States.

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During his stay in France, Modi will co-chair the AI Action Summit with French President Emmanuel Macron, engage in bilateral talks, and meet business leaders.

In his departure statement, Modi highlighted that his visit to the US would provide an opportunity to build upon the achievements made during President Donald Trump's first term in strengthening Indo-US collaboration.

"This visit will further cement India-USA friendship and boost ties in diverse sectors. I warmly recall working with President Trump during his first term and I am sure our talks will build on the ground covered then," Modi stated on social media platform X.

Before his US visit, Modi will be in France from February 10 to 12 at the invitation of President Macron. He expressed his enthusiasm for co-chairing the AI Action Summit, which will bring together world leaders and global technology CEOs to discuss the collaborative approach to artificial intelligence (AI) for innovation and the larger public good.

"The bilateral segment of my visit will provide an opportunity to review the progress on 2047 Horizon Roadmap for India-France strategic partnership along with my friend President Macron," Modi said.