The White House is defending its decision to host India’s prime minister for a state visit next month. Press freedom in India has declined in recent years and Prime Minister Modi’s government routinely denies criticism of its human rights record. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre says the administration regularly engages with other countries, including […]
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White House defends upcoming India state visit
The White House is defending its decision to host India’s prime minister for a state visit next month. Press freedom in India has declined in recent years and Prime Minister Modi’s government routinely denies criticism of its human rights record. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre says the administration regularly engages with other countries, including India, on human rights concerns. The state visit is scheduled for June 22nd.