Ahead of talks with President Trump, PM Modi will have a one-on-one meeting with Elon Musk at the White House. AI policy, Starlink expansion, and Tesla’s India plans are expected to be on the agenda.
February 13, 2025: PM Modi to Hold Private Meeting with Elon Musk Before Trump Talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk at the White House tonight before his highly anticipated bilateral talks with US President Donald Trump.
PM Modi, who arrived in Washington DC on Wednesday night, will engage in a one-on-one discussion with Musk, covering key areas such as Tesla’s potential India expansion, Starlink’s rollout, and AI policy.
A Long-Standing Association Between Modi & Musk
PM Modi and Elon Musk have interacted multiple times over the years. In 2015, Modi toured Tesla’s facility in San Jose, where Musk personally showed him around the plant. However, today’s meeting is expected to be far more strategic and politically significant.
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Elon Musk, once known for his support of the Democratic Party, has recently aligned himself as a close adviser to President Trump. In a rare display of influence, Musk appeared at a joint press conference at the Oval Office earlier this week, where he discussed government efficiency with his son, X Æ A-Xii.
What’s on the Agenda? AI, Starlink, and Tesla’s India Expansion
According to reports from IANS, the meeting between PM Modi and Elon Musk will focus on:
- Tesla’s Entry into India: Musk has previously hinted at setting up a Tesla plant in India, but discussions have been stalled. With new EV policies in place, Tesla’s India debut could finally be in motion.
- Starlink’s Expansion: Musk’s satellite internet service Starlink has been eyeing an entry into India’s rural broadband sector. Modi’s government has been keen on expanding digital access across the country.
- AI and Policy Regulations: Musk has been vocal about AI risks, and with India emerging as a major AI player, potential policy collaboration between India and the US is expected to be a key discussion point.
Musk’s Influence and Changing Political Landscape
Musk has been given a key role in overseeing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) under Trump’s administration, where he focuses on reducing federal regulations. His evolving political stance and close ties with the US government make today’s discussion with PM Modi even more crucial for India’s diplomatic and economic ties with the US.
This meeting aligns with Modi’s ongoing strategy of attracting foreign investment by engaging with top American business leaders. Unlike past meetings where he addressed groups of CEOs, this conversation with Musk will be strictly one-on-one.
What’s Next?
With both Tesla and Starlink eyeing India, today’s meeting could accelerate investment and shape the future of AI and space technology collaboration between the US and India. As Musk continues to wield unprecedented influence under Trump’s administration, the outcome of this meeting could have significant geopolitical and economic implications.
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Will Tesla finally set foot in India? Will Starlink get a green light for operations? Stay tuned for updates from Washington!
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