Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced his visit to the United States of America on September 24th. After concluding the historic and memorable visit to Ireland, Shri Narendra Modi arrived at John F Kennedy airport in New York. This marked the beginning of second leg of his two-nation tour.
The trans-Atlantic voyage concludes as PM @narendramodi lands in New York. pic.twitter.com/wt9eQ6o6bg
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 23, 2015
A packed schedule awaits in the BIg Apple. PM @narendramodi arrives in New York on the first part of his US visit. pic.twitter.com/QcWiMA8BdZ
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 23, 2015
In New York, the first meeting was dedicated to business. Prime Minister Modi held a roundtable meeting with top American CEOs from the financial sector. Fruitful discussions were held in the roundtable and the Prime Minister urged the CEOs to invest in various sectors. He also outlined his vision for “Start-Up India, Stand-Up India.” Shri Narendra Modi highlighted numerous steps being taken by Government to improve business environment in India which has in turn helped raise the FDI and investor confidence.
It's business first...PM @narendramodi at a roundtable on the financial sector in New York. pic.twitter.com/uTCUQgPnte
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 24, 2015
New York engagements kick off with Wall Street. PM @narendramodi with leading CEO's for a financial sector roundtable pic.twitter.com/athXX0alvy
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
Bullish on India. Here's the full list of participants in the roundtable with PM @narendramodi on financial sector pic.twitter.com/Pfo0IP1dLt
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
Our govt strongly supports Public Private Partnership. PM @narendramodi addresses Financial sector CEO's pic.twitter.com/1udVAX2R2x
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
PM: GDP growth last year was 7.3%. There has been a 40 % increase in FDI; WB, IMF & Moody’s say the eco climate is bound to improve further
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
Accelerating growth. PM @narendramodi speaks of efforts made during last 15 months for increasing invst in areas of taxation, infra & FDI.
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
Roundtable with Financial Sector CEOs was a fruitful exchange of views on economic issues. Urged CEOs to invest in India...
Posted by Narendra Modi on Thursday, September 24, 2015
PM Narendra Modi held a second roundtable meeting on media, technology and communications with CEOs of entertainment and media industries. The Prime Minister noted that current era was driven by technology. The CEOs were enthusiastic about the digital transformation that is taking place in India through the Digital India initiative. Addressing the media sector CEOs, he said that Government of India has been committed to protecting IPR which is essential to fostering creativity. He also spoke about Government’s vision to connect 600,000 villages through broadband connectivity.
PM @narendramodi at the round table on media, technology and communication. pic.twitter.com/dvSf0CIgxQ
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 24, 2015
Expanding the bandwidth for Brand India. PM @narendramodi with CEOs for a roundtable on Media, Tech & Communications pic.twitter.com/ZB2pqbMG8n
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
News Corp, 21st Century Fox, Sony, Discovery, Time Warner, A&E, VICE Media... 40 percent of the world's entertainment industry in one room!
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
This is a technology driven era. We are a technology driven society. PM @narendramodi addresses media sector CEO's pic.twitter.com/x0ES768mG2
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
PM @narendramodi: We are committed to protecting IPR which is essential to fostering creativity. pic.twitter.com/u7ZFpkh4oL
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
Prime Minister Modi held extensive talks with various leaders in New York City. He met PM Sheikh Hasina of Bangladesh. Both the leaders expressed happiness at the progress of implementation of the Land Boundary Agreement. Discussions also focused on connectivity, infrastructure, sustainable development goals, reform of the UN Security Council and other institutions of global governance.
Shri Modi held a meeting with PM of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Mr. Ralph Gonsalves. He thanked Dr. Gonsalves for the support extended by Saint Vincent and the Grenadines towards UNSC reform. The Prime Minister also met President David Arthur Granger of Guyana. President Granger also presented PM Narendra Modi copies of two monographs written by him. The President was appreciative of Indian support for capacity building in the IT sector in Guyana.
Yet another productive meeting with PM Sheikh Hasina. We discussed India-Bangladesh ties. pic.twitter.com/RN9LFbeLvG
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 24, 2015
A great meeting with PM of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Mr. Ralph Gonsalves.
Posted by Narendra Modi on Thursday, September 24, 2015
Connecting with an important partner in Latin America. PM @narendramodi meets Prez David Arthur Granger of Guyana pic.twitter.com/DLfl87Vxtm
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
President Granger presents PM @narendramodi copies of two monographs written by him. pic.twitter.com/llcMoPvbQ5
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
Discussed India-Guyana ties with President David Granger & invited him to visit India. pic.twitter.com/bTndpsgwnR
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 25, 2015
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also met heads of various business firms. Shri Modi attended a working dinner where major Fortune-500 CEOs were present. Prime Minister interacted with 42 American CEOs from the manufacturing and infrastructure sectors. The Prime Minister highlighted his commitment for predictable, transparent and accountable governance. Discussions were held on investment opportunities in India. The PM made a strong pitch for ‘Make in India’, ‘Skill India’ and ‘Smart Cities’ initiatives.
More discussions on business, investment and the economy during the interaction with leading CEOs. pic.twitter.com/smRcFePhVA
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 25, 2015
Mr. @MikeBloomberg shares his thoughts on several issues with PM @narendramodi during their meeting in New York. pic.twitter.com/6NCHHCZ8vD
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 24, 2015
Thank you my friend @MikeBloomberg for one more insightful interaction on policy & global issues. pic.twitter.com/cbqRGU2m2S
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 25, 2015
My interaction with Fortune 500 CEOs was on investment opportunities in India & why they must come & 'Make in India.'
Posted by Narendra Modi on Thursday, September 24, 2015
Business comes calling. Top CEO's call on PM beginning w/ Ajay Banga, CEO of @MasterCard and Head of @USIBC pic.twitter.com/p5OZEQkXiZ
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
A man with many hats says hello. Former Mayor of NYC, entrepreneur, philanthropist @MikeBloomberg calls on the PM pic.twitter.com/uUbV8vd2gt
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
Cleared for takeoff. Marillyn Hewson, Chairman of @LockheedMartin discusses aerospace industry w/ PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/nmQDtR10qt
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
Designing for development. Mike Burke, Chairman and CEO, @AECOM calls on PM @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/JOD5KyxeVw
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
Beginning and ending the day with Business. PM @narendramodi meets with top CEOs at event coordinated by Fortune. pic.twitter.com/sbbeHzFqfB
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
The $ 4.5 trillion club! PM @narendramodi with leading Fortune 500 CEOs at a special event in New York pic.twitter.com/PhXNUR9DeN
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
A kaleidoscope of companies. Here's the list of 40+ CEO's present 4 PM @narendramodi's roundtable with America Inc pic.twitter.com/HTCtaVN2yI
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 24, 2015
PM: Reform in governance is my No. 1 priority. We are for simplified procedures, speedy decision making, transparency & accountability
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 25, 2015
PM: FDI all over the world has fallen but in India it increased by 40 percent. This reflects confidence in the Indian economy.
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 25, 2015
PM @narendramodi lists sectors opened up for investment; invites CEO's to Make in India pic.twitter.com/Vous5JyUJv
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) September 25, 2015
