Washington, Feb 13 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to engage with Elon Musk, the billionaire who has become a significant and trusted associate of US President Donald Trump, during his upcoming visit to the White House on Thursday.

During his two-day visit, Prime Minister Modi is anticipated to meet various business leaders, but expectations are particularly high regarding Musk.

The Indian Prime Minister arrived in Washington D.C. late Wednesday, with his meeting at the White House planned for the afternoon on Thursday.

PM Modi and Musk have a history of meetings; the Prime Minister visited the Tesla facility in San Jose in 2015, where he received a personal tour from Musk.

This forthcoming meeting is expected to be significant. Musk has evolved his political affiliations since 2015, transitioning from a supporter of the Democratic Party to a close ally and trusted advisor of President Trump. Recently, he appeared in a joint news conference in the Oval Office with his son Xa, showcasing his influence.

The billionaire has considered launching a more affordable all-electric Tesla model in India, but it's uncertain if this will be discussed.

Historically, Prime Minister Modi has met with American business leaders on each trip to attract foreign investment in India, sometimes in bilateral or group settings.

Details of the meeting with Musk remain limited, but sources confirm that this will be their first meeting since Musk's close relationship with President Trump, who has tasked him with enhancing government efficiency.

PM Modi is also expected to have a one-on-one discussion with Musk, who is leading the Department of Government Efficiency, focusing on reducing federal programs and regulations. Discussions are anticipated to revolve around AI policy, Starlink's expansion into India, and Tesla's potential establishment of a manufacturing plant in the country, according to a US government official.