Kumar Rakesh/ Anjali Sharma
GG News Bureau
WASHINGTON DC, 24th June. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday at the White House State dinner acknowledged the progress made by Indian Americans in the United States and said that they have played a significant role in further strengthening the inclusive society and economy of the US.
Modi said, “Indian Americans have come a long way in the US and have always found a respectful place in America’s Melting Pot. Indian Americans have played a significant role in further strengthening the inclusive society and economy of the US.”
“I want to thank US President Joe Biden for this wonderful dinner today. I would also like to thank First Lady Jill Biden for taking care of my visit to make it successful. Yesterday evening you opened the doors of your house for me,” Modi said.
He said that the State dinner evening has become quite special by the presence of the people of the two countries, as he called them “most precious assets.”
“This evening is made special by the presence of the people of our two countries, they are our most precious assets. When we met in Japan, for the Quad Summit, you mentioned a problem that you were facing, I am sure that you must have resolved that problem. I hope you were able to fit in everyone who wanted to come for the dinner tonight,” PM Modi added.
Modi requested Biden to join him for a toast as the two leaders addressed the State dinner event at the White House.
He said “There is one more thing left to do tonight- please join me in raising a toast. A toast to our wonderful hosts, President Biden and Jill Biden.”
“A toast to good health, prosperity and the pursuit of happiness, liberty, equality and to the ever-lasting bonds of friendship between India and the United States, he said.
Biden expressed his delight in hosting Prime Minister Narendra at the White House and emphasized that the occasion celebrates great bonds of friendship between India and the United States.
Biden said, “Jill and I have had a wonderful time with the Prime Minster today, during your truly productive visit. Tonight we celebrate the great bonds of friendship between India and the United States.”
Both leaders raised a toast to the successful bilateral meeting that took place between them.
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