Had a wonderful time with PM: Biden at State Dinner

June 23, 2023 08:41

President Joe Biden expressed his delight in hosting Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the official State dinner at the White House and emphasised that the occasion celebrates great bonds of friendship between India and the United States.

In a special address during the State Dinner at the White House, Biden said, "Jill and I have had a wonderful time with the prime minster today, during your truly productive visit. Tonight we celebrate the great bonds of friendship between India and the United States."

The two leaders also raised a toast to the successful meeting that happened between them as they attended the official State dinner today (local time).

Earlier on Friday, the Bidens welcomed Modi at the White House for the State dinner. -- ANI

IMAGE: President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Narendra Modi toast during an official state dinner at the White House on June 22, 2023. Photograph: Elizabeth Frantz/Reuters

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