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US President-elect Donald Trump met Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani ahead of his swearing-in ceremony at a pre-inauguration dinner in Washington D.C.
The Ambanis are also expected to be present at Donald Trump's swearing-in ceremony on January 20. Mukesh Ambani, ranked among the world's wealthiest individuals, is likely to have a prominent seat alongside other distinguished guests, including members of Trump’s Cabinet and elected officials, according to ANI.
Mukesh and Nita Ambani as per a report in ANI expressed their optimism for strengthened India-US relations during a meeting with President-elect Donald Trump. They reportedly conveyed their hopes for a transformative second term of leadership for Trump at the White House, emphasizing the potential for collaboration between the two nations during his presidency.
The Ambanis will be attending Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, where they are expected to have a prominent presence. According to an official involved in the event’s planning, the couple will be seated together on the platform alongside other key figures, including Trump’s Cabinet nominees and elected officials.
The Ambanis arrived in Washington, D.C. on January 18, ahead of the inauguration. Their participation in the inaugural events began with a reception and fireworks display at the Trump National Golf Club in Virginia on January 18.
At the pre-inauguration dinner, Mukesh and Nita Ambani were photographed alongside other Indian entrepreneurs, including Pankaj Bansal, Managing Director of M3M Developers, and Kalpesh Mehta, Founder of Tribeca Developers.
Kalpesh Mehta, the licensed Indian partner for Trump Towers, has played a pivotal role in introducing the Trump brand to India. Pankaj Bansal’s M3M Developers is a major collaborator in the development of Trump Towers in the country.
Sharing a photo from the event on Instagram, Mehta posed with Mukesh and Nita Ambani, captioning it: "Fun night with Nita and Mukesh Ambani at the inaugural event for President Trump."
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and other global business leaders also attended the pre-inauguration dinner. Reports indicate the Ambanis were invited to a "candlelight dinner" with Donald Trump on the eve of his inauguration.
On January 19, Nita and Mukesh Ambani will attend an exclusive “candlelight dinner” with President-elect Donald Trump, as well as a private gathering with Vice President-elect JD Vance and his wife, Usha Vance. This intimate event is expected to be one of the most coveted of the inaugural festivities.
In addition to the Ambanis, other high-profile figures will be in attendance, including tech moguls like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg, all of whom will play significant roles in the inauguration events. Mark Zuckerberg is also co-hosting a black-tie reception on January 22 with Republican mega-donor Miriam Adelson, which the Ambanis are expected to attend.
On Inauguration Day, Donald Trump will officially be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, returning to the White House after previously serving from 2017 to 2021. India will be represented at the ceremony by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who will be attending on behalf of the government.
President-elect Donald Trump is spending the eve of his inauguration marking the start of his second term with a series of events in Washington. These celebrations highlight his "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) movement and his return to the White House amid deep national political divisions.
The capital is preparing for celebrations that contrast with the violent protests and unrest witnessed in 2021 after the Capitol attack, with officials expecting a more positive turnout this time as Trump and MAGA supporters celebrate his victory and the Republican Party’s dominance.
Trump’s return to Washington is a remarkable shift from four years ago, when he left the capital in disgrace and skipped the inauguration of his successor. Following a successful 2024 GOP presidential primary and a clear victory in the November election, Trump has regained control of the White House. Despite his victory and control of Congress, Trump faces the challenge of fulfilling his pledges of bipartisanship and healing political rifts, as his presidency continues to divide the nation.
Ahead of his inauguration, Trump expressed his eagerness for the new term, with social media posts calling for unity and emphasizing the strength and fairness he plans to convey during his inaugural speech. Trump also addressed global issues, including the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and the US ban on TikTok, pledging to work on a solution to reinstate the app once in office.
On the night before his inauguration, Trump stayed at Blair House, the official presidential guest residence. He had earlier celebrated at his golf club in Virginia, where a fireworks display lit up the sky. Arriving in Washington aboard the military aircraft C-32, Trump prepared for his first full day back in the capital since the election, a day that will include placing a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and a rally at Capital One Arena.
With cold weather expected on Inauguration Day, many events, including the swearing-in ceremony, will take place indoors. The traditional parade will also be moved to Capital One Arena. Trump is also scheduled to attend a candlelight dinner, where he will address attendees.
As Trump prepares for the beginning of his second term, outgoing President Joe Biden is set to spend his final day in office visiting South Carolina, a state of great significance in his 2020 presidential campaign. Biden will also honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., on the federal holiday dedicated to the civil rights leader.
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