Explainer: PM Narendra Modi has gone on his first state visit to America, what is its significance

PM Modi US Visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on his first state visit to America from 21 June 2023. PM Modi’s state visit to America is being considered as a sign of growing closeness between the two countries. However, PM Modi has been to the US several times for official visits and to participate in multilateral events such as the Quad leaders’ meeting. Then why is his first state visit considered so important? Actually, the state visit is considered to be the best form of diplomatic exchange between two countries.

PM Modi will have dinner with US President Joe Biden on his first state visit. PM Modi was warmly welcomed in America. After this, PM Modi met many veterans including Elon Musk, CEO of e-car manufacturer Tesla. American historian Matthew Costello says that state visits are only for close friends and associates. Let us understand what is meant by a state visit. Also know what is the meaning of PM Modi’s first state visit to America and how important is it? Also, do you know what is the history of state visits in America?

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What is the meaning of state visit?
State visits are quite different from official visits and participation in multilateral events. A lot of fanfare is involved in the state visit. State visits are usually for heads of state, not heads of government. Therefore, the state visit of PM Modi will be considered important, because he is the head of the government, not the head of the state. Let us tell you that the President is the head of the state in India. In addition to several meetings, official visits sometimes include an official dinner. The state visit includes a sumptuous state dinner with the guests. According to Global Public Affairs at the US Department of State, a state visit involves more pomp and ceremony than an official visit.

US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will host PM Narendra Modi at the White House.

State dinner is planned for six months
State dinner is the main attraction of the state visit. In this, the President of America and the First Lady host the guest leader at the White House. State dinners are elaborately planned months in advance. The menu usually includes food and drinks that reflect the liking and respect of the guest leader. According to the BGPA website, the State Dinner represents friendship between the host nation and the honored guests. According to American historian Matthew Costello, the state visit to America is an honor given to close friends and allies. The White House plans for about six months for this.

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Why is PM Modi’s state visit important?
PM Modi will be on a state visit to America from 21-24 June 2023. State visits are usually at the invitation of the host leader. US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden will host PM Modi at the White House. According to historian Matthew Costello, vice president and interim director of the David M. Rubenstein National Center for White House History, many people consider state visits and state dinners to be just fancy affairs. Actually, this event works as an acceptance of the respect of the host for the country of the guest leader. He said that there is much that not only shows acceptance and respect for the guest leader’s country, their culture and their ideals.

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What is the meaning of state visit and dinner
According to Costello, the state visit and dinner also tells what are the shared views, goals and objectives of the two countries, for which the two countries can work together. He also said that the state visit of America increases the profile of the guest leader and his country. America is the most powerful country in the world. Therefore, this program organized in the White House is considered very prestigious. Top leaders of many countries want to attend the programs of the White House. It is beneficial for them in their politics in their country and on the international stage. Regarding the leader invited on state visit and dinner, all the countries start accepting that he has good relations with the President of America.

After the state dinner, there will be talks between PM Modi and President Biden at the White House.

What will be the events in the state visit
According to the rules, President Joe Biden will lead PM Modi in the White House. Historian Costello said that on the day of the state visit, there will be a state arrival ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House. There will be talks between the President and the head of the guest state. There will be national anthems of the respective countries. Then he will go to the White House for talks. Diplomatic exchanges will take place later that night. A state dinner will be organized in his honour. After this, PM Modi will stay at Blair House, the official guest house of the President, as an overnight guest of the President and the First Lady. President Biden’s political officers, members of his cabinet and Congress leaders will also be present during the reception.

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