PM Modi Joins JD Vance’s Family Celebration in Paris, Strengthens US-India Ties

During his visit to France, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a moment to celebrate the birthday of Vivek, the son of US Vice President JD Vance, on the sidelines of the AI Action Summit. The gesture reflected Modi’s warm and personal approach to diplomacy, as he expressed gratitude to the Vance family for including him in their special occasion.

Following the celebration, JD Vance shared his appreciation for Modi’s presence, mentioning that his children were thrilled with the gifts they received from the Indian Prime Minister. The meeting was more than just a personal exchange—it also provided an opportunity for both leaders to discuss key areas of cooperation. According to the US Vice President’s office, the discussions covered topics of mutual interest, including how the United States could support India in diversifying its energy resources with investments in clean and reliable US nuclear technology.

Modi and Vance had already interacted the previous evening at a dinner hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace. Usha Vance, the wife of JD Vance, also joined Tuesday’s coffee meeting in Paris, further underscoring the personal and diplomatic nature of the exchange.

The warm interaction between the two leaders highlighted the strengthening of US-India relations beyond policy discussions, demonstrating a commitment to fostering a deeper and more personal bond between the nations.