Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to US President Donald Trump and conveyed his New Year greetings on behalf of the nation. The Prime Minister wished President Trump, his family and the people of the United States good health, prosperity and success in the New Year.
Speaking to President of the United States, PM Modi stated India-US relations have grown from strength to strength. PM highlighted significant progress made in deepening strategic partnership in previous year and expressed desire to continue to work with President Trump for enhancing cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
Responding back to PM Modi, President Trump wished the people of India prosperity and progress in the New Year. He expressed satisfaction at the achievements in the relationship in the last few years and reiterated his readiness for further deepening bilateral cooperation.
Earlier, during 'Howdy Modi' event in Houston, the world witnessed a spectacular display of bonhomie between PM Modi and Donald Trump when the two leaders addressed the Indian diaspora.
Modi and Trump have had several meetings in the past couple of years where both the leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to work together on a number of issues, strengthening cooperation and strategic ties.
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