In a recent phone conversation, U.S. President Joe Biden praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his historic visits to Poland and Ukraine, marking the first visit by an Indian leader to these nations in decades. The discussions also covered a range of regional and global issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the situation in Bangladesh, and the commitment to work together through multilateral groups like the Quad.
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- Phone Conversation: U.S. President Joe Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke on the phone about recent international developments.
- Historic Visits: PM Modi’s visits to Poland and Ukraine were the first by an Indian Prime Minister in decades.
- Commendation from Biden: President Biden commended PM Modi for his message of peace and humanitarian support for Ukraine.
- Focus on Ukraine: The leaders discussed the conflict in Ukraine, emphasizing a peaceful resolution in line with international law and the UN Charter.
- Energy Support: PM Modi was praised for India’s ongoing humanitarian efforts in Ukraine, including support for its energy sector.
- Bangladesh Concerns: The conversation highlighted shared concerns over the situation in Bangladesh, particularly regarding the safety of minorities.
- India’s Position: PM Modi reiterated India’s stance on dialogue and diplomacy for an early return to peace and stability in Ukraine.
- Quad Commitment: Both leaders emphasized their continued cooperation through regional groups like the Quad to promote peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.
- Differing Statements: The White House readout did not mention the discussion on Bangladesh, unlike the Indian statement and PM Modi’s social media post.
- Ongoing Collaboration: The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to stay in touch and continue working together on various global and regional issues.
