January 28, 2015
By Drewv Magan
President Obama’s 3-day visit to India – January 25-27, 2015
On January 25, 2015, President and Michelle Obama arrived in India for a 3 day state visit. This was a historic visit because Obama was the first US President ever to be a State Guest at the annual India Republic Day Parade held in New Delhi. Prime Minister Modi and other State Leaders welcomed the President and Mrs. Obama. The Obama’s watched the military might of India and took in cultural events during their visit. The mission of this trip was for the two countries to renew their relationship and see how each country can help the other.
Several important business and financial deals were negotiated during this quick trip. Highlights of some of the deals were:
- Increase in bi-lateral trade between the countries.
- The US government will give $1 billion in assistance to India for the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SME’s).
- The US will give $2 billion to be used by India in the field of renewable energy.
- Obama promised to look into the H1B visa issues which have been giving Indian companies a difficult time in trying to expand their business to America.
- Great progress was made by both countries regarding Civil Nuclear deals and rules that support them.
- India aligned itself closely with America and promised its support against terrorism.
- India is also going to get rid of some of the red tape that hinders US companies from doing business there.
The Obama’s had to cut their trip short by one day in order to attend King Abdullah’s funeral in Saudi Arabia. The trip was considered a huge success by both countries!
I fully agree with you. There were many great highlights from this trip that will be very useful. India aligning itself closely with America and promising its support against terrorism will come in handy when needed.
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