Biden welcomes India's Modi despite human rights concerns and ties to Russia.

President Joe Biden will welcome Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the White House for a state visit, despite Modi's human rights record and ties to Russia. Biden sees U.S. ties to India as a defining relationship, essential to addressing global challenges such as climate change, AI disruptions, and China's growing power in the Indo-Pacific. The visit comes as Biden seeks to bring India closer to the U.S. and build partnerships in the region in the face of an ascendant China. The leaders are expected to make announcements on cooperation in higher education, space, and defense.