Ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani attended a private reception in Washington, D.C. The event highlighted their commitment to fostering India-US relations and their role as influential leaders.
In a significant prelude to the swearing-in ceremony of US President-elect Donald Trump, Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Founder & Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, Nita Ambani, attended a private reception in Washington, D.C. The event, held on January 19, 2025, brought together a select group of influential figures from various sectors.
The Ambanis, known for their substantial contributions to business and philanthropy, extended their congratulations to President-elect Trump and expressed their optimism for deeper India-US relations. They wished Trump a transformative second term of leadership at the White House, emphasizing the potential for progress and collaboration between the two nations and the world.
The private reception was part of a series of inaugural events, including a candlelight dinner attended by Vice President-elect J.D. Vance and his wife, Usha Vance. The Ambanis were among the few Indian dignitaries present, highlighting their close relationship with the Trump family. Mukesh Ambani had previously attended events with Ivanka Trump, including the Global Entrepreneurship Summit in Hyderabad in 2017 and Trump's visit to India in 2020.
The Ambanis are also expected to attend the inauguration ceremony at the U.S. Capitol on January 20, where Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. The event will feature high-profile attendees, including tech moguls Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg, as well as former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton.
The presence of Mukesh and Nita Ambani at these events underscores the importance of India-US relations and the role of influential leaders in fostering international collaboration. Their participation in the inauguration festivities marks a significant moment in the ongoing partnership between the two nations.