Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi met United States Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard during his visit to Washington, where the two leaders engaged in discussions focused on strengthening intelligence cooperation between India and the United States. The meeting centered on counter-terrorism efforts, cybersecurity collaboration, and addressing emerging global security threats.
Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi congratulated Tulsi Gabbard on her confirmation as the United States director of national intelligence, marking a historic moment as she became the first Hindu-American to hold the position. Expressing his appreciation for her support of India-United States relations, he stated, “Met United States Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard in Washington DC. Congratulated her on her confirmation. Discussed various aspects of the India-United States friendship, of which she has always been a strong votary.”
The meeting was described as “productive” by Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, who emphasized the importance of enhanced intelligence-sharing mechanisms between the two nations. Cooperation in counter-terrorism and cybersecurity has remained a cornerstone of India-United States bilateral security ties, with both nations working closely to combat global threats posed by extremist groups and state-sponsored cyber warfare.
Prime Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi’s arrival in Washington followed his co-chairing of the artificial intelligence action summit in Paris alongside French President Emmanuel Jean-Michel Frédéric Macron. During his stay in the United States, he is also scheduled to hold high-level bilateral discussions with President Donald John Trump at the White House. These talks are expected to further cement strategic cooperation in defense, technology, and intelligence-sharing frameworks.
Meanwhile, Tulsi Gabbard was officially sworn in as director of national intelligence at the Oval Office, just hours after her Senate confirmation in a closely contested 52-48 vote. The oath of office was administered by United States Attorney General Pamela Jo Bondi, with President Donald John Trump praising Tulsi Gabbard’s extensive military experience and dedication to national security. A former Democratic congresswoman from Hawaii, she has served in the Army National Guard and was deployed three times, gaining firsthand experience in global security operations.
Tulsi Gabbard’s appointment as the head of the United States intelligence community marks a significant development in bilateral relations between India and the United States. Her longstanding advocacy for stronger India-United States ties and her strategic vision in counter-terrorism and intelligence operations are expected to enhance collaboration between the two nations in safeguarding global stability and securit
