US President Joe Biden has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his recent historic visits to Poland and Ukraine, emphasizing the significance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s message of peace and support for Ukraine’s ongoing humanitarian needs. During a telephone conversation, US President Joe Biden lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts as the first visit by an Prime Minister to these European nations in decades.
According to a statement from the White House, US President Joe Biden commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his commitment to peace and for addressing the energy crisis in Ukraine. The two leaders discussed PM Modi’s recent European tour and the upcoming United Nations General Assembly meetings scheduled for September.
“The President praised the Prime Minister for his groundbreaking visits to Poland and Ukraine and his consistent advocacy for peace and humanitarian support,” the statement said. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to working together towards a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict, adhering to international law and the UN Charter. They also underscored their dedication to enhancing cooperation through regional partnerships, including the Quad, to foster peace andir prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.
The Prime Minister’s Office revealed that PM Narendra Modi briefed US President Joe Biden on his visit to Ukraine, reinforcing India’s stance on dialogue and diplomacy as the primary tools for conflict resolution. PM Modi emphasized India’s readiness to play an active role in promoting peace and stability, reflecting India’s long-standing position of supporting peaceful solutions in the face of global conflicts.
During his visit to Ukraine, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, where he reaffirmed India’s support for a peaceful resolution through dialogue. Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated, “India was never neutral; we have always been on the side of peace,” and expressed India’s willingness to contribute actively to the peace process.
Following the conversation, White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby reiterated that the US welcomes contributions from any nation willing to support Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s peace proposals. Kirby highlighted that nations aligning with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s perspective on achieving a just peace would be positively received by Washington.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also took to X (formerly Twitter) to share details of his conversation with US President Joe Biden, stating, “Spoke to @POTUS @JoeBiden today. We had a detailed exchange of views on regional and global issues, including Ukraine. I reiterated India’s full support for the early return of peace and stability.”
The dialogue between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden also touched on the situation in Bangladesh, reflecting their shared concerns over regional stability. The leaders acknowledged the significant progress in the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties for the benefit of both nations and the global community.
