Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day visit to the US, has met with Tulsi Gabbard, the newly appointed Director of National Intelligence. The two leaders discussed various aspects of ties between the two countries, with a focus on enhancing intelligence cooperation in counter-terrorism and emerging threats.

The Indian PM also congratulated Gabbard, who was confirmed as the US Director of National Intelligence on Wednesday.

"Met USA's Director of National Intelligence, @TulsiGabbard in Washington DC. Congratulated her on her confirmation. Discussed various aspects of the India-USA friendship, of which she's always been a strong votary," PM Modi posted on X.

Met USA’s Director of National Intelligence, @TulsiGabbard in Washington DC. Congratulated her on her confirmation. Discussed various aspects of the India-USA friendship, of which she’s always been a strong votary. pic.twitter.com/w2bhsh8CKF

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2025

The Ministry of External Affairs said Modi held a productive meeting with Gabbard, and the discussions focused on enhancing intelligence cooperation in counter-terrorism, cybersecurity, and emerging threats.

Earlier in the day, US Attorney General Pam Bondi administered the oath to Gabbard at the Oval Office, with US President Donald Trump in attendance. The White House shared the video of Gabbard’s swearing-in ceremony on X.

While sharing the video of the swearing-in ceremony on X, the White House stated, “Tulsi Gabbard has officially been sworn in as Director of National Intelligence by AG Pam Bondi in the Oval Office! MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN”

🇺🇸@TulsiGabbard has officially been sworn in as Director of National Intelligence by AG Pam Bondi in the Oval Office!

MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN! pic.twitter.com/Um3WZvYFLh

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) February 12, 2025

During his US visit, PM Modi will also meet US business leaders, including Elon Musk, the Tesla CEO who is also the closest ally of President Donald Trump, during his visit to the White House on Thursday.

On his scheduled meeting with Trump, Modi said the two nations will keep working closely for the benefit of our people and for a better future for our planet.

Landed in Washington DC a short while ago. Looking forward to meeting @POTUS Donald Trump and building upon the India-USA Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Our nations will keep working closely for the benefit of our people and for a better future for our planet.… pic.twitter.com/dDMun17fPq

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2025

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