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The White House has officially announced that U.S. President Joe Biden is scheduled to travel to India on September 7 to participate in the G20 summit, where he will engage in a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India, as the current President of the G20, is set to host this significant global gathering, slated for September 9 and 10 in New Delhi.

 Key Dates and Agenda

President Biden's itinerary includes his arrival in New Delhi on Thursday, September 8, to attend the G20 Leaders' Summit. The following day, on September 8, he is set to hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Modi. Over the subsequent weekend, President Biden will actively participate in the G20 summit, which will encompass discussions on various critical global issues. These topics encompass the transition to clean energy, the fight against climate change, addressing the economic and social ramifications of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and bolstering the capabilities of multilateral development banks, including the World Bank, to combat poverty and address global challenges.

Commendation of India's G20 Leadership

During his visit to New Delhi, President Biden will commend Prime Minister Modi for his leadership in the G20 and reiterate the United States' commitment to the G20 as the premier platform for international economic cooperation. Furthermore, President Biden will underscore this commitment by confirming the United States' hosting of the G20 summit in 2026, reinforcing the significance of continued cooperation among member nations on pressing global matters.