Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed a Joint Sitting of the US Congress on 22 June 2023 at the invitation of H.E. Mr. Kevin McCarthy, Speaker of the US House of Representatives; H.E. Mr. Charles Schumer, Senate Majority Leader; H.E. Mr. Mitch McConnell, Senate Republican Leader; and H.E. Mr. Hakeem Jeffries, House Democratic Leader.
H.E. Ms. Kamala Harris, Vice President of USA was also present on the occasion.
On arrival at the Capitol Hill, Prime Minister was accorded a formal welcome by the Congressional Leaders. Thereafter, Prime Minister had separate meetings with the House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and the Congressional Leaders.
In his address, Prime Minister conveyed his appreciation for the long-standing and strong bipartisan support in the US Congress for the deepening of India-US relations.
Prime Minister spoke about the rapid strides made in India-US bilateral relations and shared his vision for elevating bilateral ties. He also outlined the enormous progress made by India and the opportunities that it presents for the world.
Speaker McCarthy hosted a reception in the honour of the Prime Minister. This was Prime Minister’s second address to the Joint Sitting of the US Congress. He previously addressed the US Congress during his official visit to USA in September 2016.
It is always a great honour to address the United States Congress.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
It is an exceptional privilege to do so twice: PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/138dctuaqI
In the past few years, there have been many advances in AI – Artificial Intelligence.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
At the same time, there have been even more momentous developments in another AI – America and India: PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/Ql80Xa5HGB
Throughout your history, you have embraced people from around the world.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
There are millions here, who have roots in India.
Some of them sit proudly in this chamber: PM @narendramodi while addressing the US Congress pic.twitter.com/cNOILFNyNi
Over two centuries, we have inspired each other through the lives of great Americans and Indians: PM @narendramodi in his address to the US Congress pic.twitter.com/KTnOxHp3XT
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
Democracy is one of our sacred and shared values.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
It has evolved over a long time, and taken various forms and systems. pic.twitter.com/S0X5gRVVJe
The US is the oldest and India the largest democracy.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
Our partnership augurs well for the future of democracy. pic.twitter.com/h19Lsiydxw
Last year, India celebrated 75 years of its independence.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
Every milestone is important, but this one was special. pic.twitter.com/8qrvIsuwjY
In India, diversity is a natural way of life. pic.twitter.com/yLd1U6qn1J
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
Everyone wants to understand India’s development, democracy and diversity. pic.twitter.com/6CPx1QzpvH
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
Today, India is the fifth largest economy. pic.twitter.com/cyLGq2c5tE
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
Our vision is सबका साथ, सबका विकास, सबका विश्वास, सबका प्रयास।
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
It means: Together, for everyone’s growth, with everyone’s trust and everyone’s efforts. pic.twitter.com/WtxNbMS8Pz
India’s vision is not just of development which benefits women.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
It is of women-led development, where women lead the journey of progress. pic.twitter.com/FfPy8pP74h
The youth of India are a great example of how a society can embrace latest technology. pic.twitter.com/6ULIA0wroP
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
By being mindful in making choices, every individual can make a positive impact.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
Making sustainability a mass movement, will help the world reach the Net Zero target faster. pic.twitter.com/OhHCGA6sa1
This is not an era of war.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
But, it is one of dialogue and diplomacy. pic.twitter.com/IKeHOb7dDg
A free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. pic.twitter.com/1eh6KJwB42
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
Terrorism is an enemy of humanity and there can be no ifs or buts in dealing with it. pic.twitter.com/kfZtlhyTex
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
Giving a voice to the Global South is the way forward. pic.twitter.com/6OT4oztamT
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
When the world has changed, our institutions too must change. pic.twitter.com/KlavHuP63C
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 22, 2023
