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JD Vance dials Modi to discuss India-US ties, PM congratulates him on birth of son

JD Vance dials Modi to discuss India-US ties, PM congratulates him on birth of son

On Saturday, US Vice President JD Vance called Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss strengthening the India-US comprehensive global strategic partnership. The two leaders focused on trade, defence, emerging technologies, and critical minerals during their conversation.

Prime Minister Modi extended his warmest congratulations to Vice President Vance and his wife Usha on the birth of their son. The Prime Minister conveyed his best wishes to the entire family.

The call came in the wake of a mutual defence pact signed by Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan, reflecting a new regional alignment amid rising tensions in West Asia. Both leaders reviewed progress in the India-US comprehensive global strategic partnership and noted the continued momentum in high-level engagements. They reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening cooperation in various key areas.

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