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Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani Meet U.S. President-Elect Trump Ahead of Inauguration

Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani met with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on January 19, 2025, at a private reception in Washington, D.C., ahead of his inauguration. The meeting highlighted their shared vision for strengthening India-U.S. relations and fostering global collaboration during Trump’s transformative second term in office.

Ambanis Extend Congratulations

During their meeting, Mukesh and Nita Ambani conveyed their congratulations to President-elect Trump and expressed optimism about deepening bilateral ties between India and the United States. They emphasized the potential for progress in critical areas such as:

Technology and Innovation: Collaboration in cutting-edge sectors like artificial intelligence and clean energy.

Trade Relations: Strengthening economic partnerships and boosting bilateral trade.

Global Leadership: Addressing shared challenges such as climate change and global security.

The Ambanis also wished Trump success in his second term, emphasizing the positive global impact of strong India-U.S. ties.

 

Attending Inaugural Events

The Ambanis are scheduled to attend Trump’s swearing-in ceremony at the U.S. Capitol on January 20, 2025. They also participated in several pre-inaugural events, including:

Reception and Fireworks: On January 18, the Ambanis attended a celebration at Trump National Golf Club in Virginia.

Candlelight Dinner: On January 19, they joined an exclusive dinner with Trump, Vice President-elect J.D. Vance, and his wife Usha Vance.
 

High-Profile Attendees

Trump’s inauguration has attracted notable global business and political figures, including:

 

Elon Musk: CEO of Tesla and SpaceX.

Jeff Bezos: Founder of Amazon.

Mark Zuckerberg: CEO of Meta, who is also co-hosting a black-tie reception with Republican donor Miriam Adelson.

Xavier Niel: French billionaire and tech entrepreneur, attending with his wife.

India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, will officially represent the Indian government at the swearing-in ceremony, highlighting India’s strong interest in maintaining close ties with the U.S.

 

Trump’s Return to Power

Donald Trump, who previously served as the 45th President from 2017 to 2021, will take the oath of office as the 47th President on January 20. His return comes with a bold agenda focusing on:

 

Economic reforms to boost U.S. energy production and reduce reliance on imports.

Immigration policies to enhance border security.

Strengthening alliances with key global partners, including India.
 

Significance of the Ambanis’ Visit

The presence of Mukesh and Nita Ambani underscores the importance of India-U.S. relations and reflects the global interest in Trump’s leadership. As influential figures in India’s business and philanthropic sectors, their visit highlights the growing opportunities for collaboration between the two nations.

 

Mukesh and Nita Ambani’s meeting with President-elect Donald Trump signifies a commitment to fostering stronger bilateral ties and addressing global challenges through collaboration. Their participation in Trump’s inaugural events emphasizes the importance of India’s relationship with the U.S. as both nations prepare for a new era of partnership and progress.