Meridian International Center will conduct a Meridian Global insights Mission to India on February 1-8, 2020.
This diplomatic mission provides delegation members with a unique opportunity and first-hand context of Meridian’s mission of strengthening diplomacy and U.S. engagement with the world through the exchange of people, ideas and culture. With a core foundation in the rule of law and democratic principles, the United States and India remain critical diplomatic partners.
Meridian maintains close ties to the world’s fastest growing economy though relationships with India’s government, trade associations, businesses and Department of State programs. In May 2018, Meridian’s Corporate Council hosted His Excellency Harsh Vardhan Shringla, Ambassador of India to the United States, to discuss economic relations, the Meridian Center for Diplomatic Engagement has hosted Indian cultural events, and the Meridian Global Leadership Council has broken bread at the Punjab Grill in Washington while learning about ethnic and culinary tradition. Now, Meridian looks forward to exploring the important relationship between the U.S. and India through an immersive experience focusing on India’s history, politics, economy, culture, and religious and civic issues.
The 7-night/8-day trip will take delegates through the territory of Delhi to meet with government and diplomatic officials in the capital. The trip will also include an excursion to Agra to see the Taj Mahal. A preliminary schedule is included below and details on confirmed activities and arrangements will be provided as the program evolves.
The Meridian Global Insights Mission provides delegation members a unique opportunity and first-hand context of Meridian’s mission of strengthening diplomacy and U.S. engagement with the world through the exchange of people, ideas and culture by:
The 7-night/8-day trip will take delegates through the territory of Delhi to meet with government and diplomatic officials in the capital. The trip will also include an excursion to Agra to see the Taj Mahal.
Day 1: Friday, January 31st: Departure from the United States
Day 2: Saturday, February 1: Arrival to Delhi
Day 3: Sunday, February 2: New Delhi
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Day 4: Monday, February 3: New Delhi
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Day 5: Tuesday, February 4: Old Delhi
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Day 6: Wednesday, February 5: Day trip to Agra to see the Taj Mahal
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Day 7: Thursday, February 6: Delhi
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Day 7: Friday, February 7: One Globe Forum, Delhi
Day 8: Saturday, February 8: One Globe Forum and departure from Delhi
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The cost of the trip is $5,000 per person if individual or $4,000 per person in a couple. This includes first-class accommodation, in-country transportation, all meals, guides, and fees. Delegates are responsible for the cost and arrangement of their own airfare to and from India.
Current members of the Meridian Board of Trustees and the Meridian Leadership Councils are also invited to serve as delegates. For more information on previous delegations, please click HERE. Space is limited to 25 people; reservations will be confirmed on a first come, first served with a final deadline of Monday, December 23.