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India confirms PM Modi’s ‘early’ visit to US
This comes after Trump told reporters earlier this week after the call that Modi was likely to visit the United States "sometime in February".
Randhir Jaiwal / Image- MEA
India on Jan. 31 said Prime Minister Modi will be making an early visit to the United States, the details of which are being worked out by the two countries.
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiwal said, "PM Modi and President Trump had a telephone conversation recently. The two sides are working on an early visit of the PM to the US to further deepen India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.”
"Specific dates for the visit would be announced at the appropriate time," he added. This comes after Trump told reporters earlier this week after the call that Modi was likely to visit the United States "sometime in February". discussions on strategic cooperation and regional security.
Cooperation on illegal migration
On the issue of illegal migration, Jaiswal reiterated India's firm opposition to the practice, citing its links to organized crime. He noted that India and the US are engaged in discussions under their bilateral cooperation on migration and mobility.
"We are keen to continue this cooperation. At the same time, the Government of India would need to do the required verification, including nationality, of the concerned individuals before they are deported to India. Any talk of numbers at this stage is premature," he added.
When asked about discussions regarding illegal immigrants and whether PM Modi agrees to take them back, Trump responded, "He will do what's right. We discussed it."
Extradition of 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana
In the Jan. 31 briefing, Jaiswal also addressed questions regarding the extradition of 26/11 Mumbai attack accused Tahawwur Rana following the US Supreme Court’s rejection of his petition.
"We are now working with the US side on procedural issues for the early extradition of the accused in the Mumbai terror attack to India," he said.
The Modi-Trump phone conversation on Jan. 27 focused on enhancing cooperation in trade, energy, and defense. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a "trusted" partnership, a key pillar of India-US relations.
The visit, once confirmed, is expected to include high-level
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