US Vice President JD Vance to Visit India This Month: Second Foreign Trip on Cards
US Vice President JD Vance is set to visit India later this month, marking his second international trip since taking office under President Donald Trump. Accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance, the visit follows his debut foreign outing to France and Germany last month, Politico reported. The trip underscores continued US-India engagement amid Vance’s growing diplomatic presence.
Vance’s first foreign trip in February saw him attend the Munich Security Conference in Germany. His upcoming India visit highlights a shift in focus to Asia. Details of the itinerary remain undisclosed, but the trip holds significance for bilateral ties.
During his debut visit, Vance stirred debate with a speech criticizing European governments. He slammed their handling of illegal migration and religious freedoms, calling a proposed peacekeeping force “troops from some random country that hasn’t fought a war in 30 or 40 years.” The remarks drew sharp responses from British and French leaders.
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Facing backlash, Vance later denied disrespecting Britain and France. His comments had sparked criticism from politicians and veterans, who felt he undermined allied troops’ sacrifices in Afghanistan and Iraq. The episode marked a fiery start to his global engagements.
Second Lady Usha Vance, whose parents emigrated from India to the US, will join the vice president. This marks her first visit to her ancestral homeland as Second Lady. The personal link adds a cultural dimension to the diplomatic trip.
The visit signals Washington’s intent to deepen ties with New Delhi, a key strategic partner. It follows Vance’s earlier meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Paris last month. Cooperation on trade, defense, and technology is likely on the agenda.
Details of Vance’s schedule in India are awaited, with expectations of high-level meetings. The trip comes as the Trump administration navigates global challenges, including trade tensions and security issues. Updates on outcomes will follow as the visit unfolds.
