US media covers Modi's state visit with spotlight on technology and defence agreements
Washington, Jun 23 (PTI) Leading American newspapers highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s first state visit to the US, with prominent coverage including reports on technology and defence agreements signed between the two countries.
In a full-page coverage inside The Washington Post, the paper notes ‘In Prime Minister’s address before Congress, Modi puts his focus on growth.’ “Lawmakers welcomed Modi to the House Chamber warmly, giving him a loud standing ovation. Some in the gallery chanted his name as lawmakers lined up to shake his hand as he made his way to the dais,” the report said.
Prime Minister Modi is currently in Washington on a state visit at the invitation of President Joe Biden. On Thursday, both leaders held a historic summit during which the two countries signed an agreement to jointly produce jet engines in India to power military aircraft and a deal on the sale of armed drones to India.
