UNGA address will focus on COVID-19, the need to combat terrorism, climate change: Modi
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“I am also looking forward to meeting Vice-President Kamala Harris to explore opportunities for cooperation between our two nations,” he said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said his visit to the United States would be an occasion to strengthen the Indo-U.S. Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and consolidate ties with Japan and Australia.
In a statement just before leaving for the U.S., Mr. Modi said he will conclude his visit with an address at the United Nations General Assembly focussing on the pressing global challenges including the COVID-19 pandemic, the need to combat terrorism, climate change and other important issues.
“I will be visiting the USA from 22-25 September, 2021 at the invitation of His Excellency President Joe Biden of the United States of America. During my visit, I will review the India-U.S. Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership with President Biden and exchange views on regional and global issues of mutual interest,” the Prime Minister said.
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