External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will attend the swearing-in ceremony of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance on January 20 in Washington, D.C.
Official Invitation
The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed Jaishankar’s participation. “On the invitation of the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee, External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr. S. Jaishankar will represent the Government of India at the Swearing-In Ceremony of President-Elect Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States of America,” the MEA said.
Meetings with U.S. Officials
During his visit, Jaishankar will meet members of the incoming administration. “EAM will also have meetings with representatives of the incoming Administration, as well as other dignitaries visiting the U.S. for the event,” the statement added.
Traditional Ceremony at U.S. Capitol
The swearing-in will be held at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. As tradition dictates, President-elect Trump will take the oath of office, followed by his inaugural address. Several events will follow throughout the day.
