India's Jaishankar to Join Trump's Swearing-In Ceremony
Dr. S. Jaishankar, India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM), will represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of President-elect Donald Trump on January 20, 2025. The inauguration is a significant event as Trump will begin his second term as the 47th President of the United States. Jaishankar’s visit is an important diplomatic occasion, marking continued engagement between India and the U.S. as both countries explore avenues to strengthen their partnership.
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Why in the news? | India’s Jaishankar to Join Trump’s Swearing-In Ceremony |
Invitation | Jaishankar is invited by the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee, with several heads of governments invited. |
Previous U.S. Visit | Jaishankar visited the U.S. in December 2024, meeting Biden administration officials and Congressman Michael Waltz. |
U.S.-India Nuclear Agreement | U.S. to remove restrictions on India’s nuclear and scientific entities, announced by outgoing NSA Jake Sullivan. |
Visa System Debate | MAGA movement opposes H1B visa process; India’s stance is supportive, emphasizing mutual economic benefit. |
India-U.S. Economic Ties | India-U.S. partnership benefits from skilled professional mobility, and India anticipates deeper economic ties. |
Meetings During Visit | Jaishankar to hold meetings with U.S. officials and dignitaries, including discussions on the upcoming Quad summit. |
Quad Leaders Summit 2025 | India to host the 5th Quad leaders summit; Jaishankar might discuss the possibility of President Trump attending. |
Subramanyam Jaishankar | External Affairs Minister of India |
United States of America | President– Joe Biden (Trump will take office from 20th January) Capital– Washington D.C. Currency: American Dollar Impo. Fact– The international land border between the United States and Canada is the longest in the world at almost 8,900 kilometers. |
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