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New US President Donald Trump has described India as a true friend of the United States and invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the country later this year. The two leaders spoke over phone last night and discussed various issues such as terrorism, defence and trade.
In a readout of the call, the White House said, President Trump and Prime Minister Modi resolved that US and India stand shoulder-to-shoulder in the global fight against terrorism.
The US President emphasised that Washington considers New Delhi a true friend and partner in addressing challenges around the world. The two leaders discussed opportunities to strengthen partnership between the two countries in broad areas such as the economy and defence.
“During a call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India, President Trump emphasized that the United States considers India a true friend and partner in addressing challenges around the world. The two discussed opportunities to strengthen the partnership between the United States and India in broad areas such as the economy and defense.
They also discussed security in the region of South and Central Asia. President Trump and Prime Minister Modi resolved that the United States and India stand shoulder to shoulder in the global fight against terrorism. President Trump looked forward to hosting Prime Minister Modi in the United States later this year” Read out text from White House.