Washington, Sep 18: US President Donald Trump on Thursday spoke about India-US ties and his recent phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying he’s “very close to India” and has a “very good relationship” with the Indian PM.

While addressing a press conference with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer before concluding his UK visit on Thursday, Trump recalled his discussions with PM Modi.

“I’m very close to India. I’m very close to the Prime Minister of India. The other day, wished him a happy birthday. We have a very good relationship. He put out a beautiful statement too,” Trump said.

In their first phone conversation in months, Trump had called Prime Minister Modi on Tuesday to wish him on his 75th birthday.

Prime Minister Modi, in a post on X, termed Trump as his “friend” a

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