Collaborating For The Future: US And India's Shared Commitment To Democracy And Technology
- Posted on April 16, 2023
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- By Arijit Dutta
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Raimondo Hails Indian PM Modi as "Unbelievable, Visionary" Leader During India Visit
The US Commerce Secretary, Gina Raimondo,
has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a visionary leader committed to
moving India forward as a global power. During an event hosted by the Indian
Embassy in the US, Raimondo recounted her recent interactions with Modi,
describing him as an "unbelievable" leader with a deep, passionate
commitment to the people of India.

US Commerce Secretary praises Modi's focus on technology and poverty alleviation
Raimondo spoke highly of Modi's dedication
to lifting people out of poverty and his desire to position India as a global
leader. She highlighted Modi's focus on technology and his detailed knowledge
of radio access networks and artificial intelligence. Last month, Raimondo
traveled to India as a member of a powerful business delegation attending meetings
for the India-US Commercial Dialogue and India-US CEO Forum.

Education,
human rights, and diversity: common values for US and India
The US Commerce Secretary emphasized the
importance of the US and India collaborating to lead the world in the technology
ecosystem. She noted the best of India was on display during her visit,
showcasing the country's rich culture, traditions, and celebrations. Raimondo
acknowledged the value of diversity, democracy, education, human rights, and
equality, which are shared values between the two nations.
US
Commerce Secretary Raimondo celebrates India's rising women entrepreneurs
During her trip, Raimondo also engaged in
discussions with female weavers, artisans, investors, and unicorn
entrepreneurs. She praised India for its arrival as a global power and called
for a deeper relationship between India and the US. Raimondo emphasized the
need for young partnerships and equal partners to work together to deepen ties
between the two countries.

From
business to fun: US Commerce Secretary Raimondo enjoys Holi festival in India
Raimondo acknowledged Modi's importance as
a world leader, calling him the most popular global leader for a reason. She
applauded Modi's vision for India and his unwavering dedication to the
country's success. Raimondo's visit marked a strong relationship between the US
and India, as reflected in viral photos and videos of her playing Holi at
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh's residence.
The
US-India partnership is crucial for developing an ethical and inclusive
technology ecosystem
Raimondo predicted that India and the US
would lead the revolution in artificial intelligence. She discussed the
existence of two technology ecosystems, one in alignment with democratic values
and the other not. She noted the US and India's shared commitment to democratic
values, highlighting that they value education, human rights, equality, and
diversity.
The
US-India partnership holds great promise for promoting democratic values and
driving the global success