Modi and Biden Discuss Global Issues, Pledge Support for Ukraine

Prime Minister Narendra Modi updated US President Joe Biden on his recent Ukraine visit and affirmed India's commitment to peace. They also addressed concerns in Bangladesh, focusing on restoring normalcy and minority safety. Both leaders committed to strengthening multilateral ties, particularly through the Quad alliance.

In a significant phone conversation on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi updated US President Joe Biden on his visit to Ukraine, reaffirming India's full support for the early return of peace and stability in the war-torn region.

The two leaders also discussed the ongoing crisis in Bangladesh, emphasizing the urgency of restoring normalcy and ensuring the safety and security of minorities, particularly Hindus.

'We had a detailed exchange of views on various regional and global issues, including the situation in Ukraine. I reiterated India's full support for early return of peace and stability,' Modi announced on the social media platform 'X'.

Modi also conveyed his concerns about Bangladesh, stating, 'We discussed the situation in Bangladesh and stressed the need for the early restoration of normalcy and ensuring the safety and security of minorities, especially Hindus.'

An official readout highlighted that Modi briefed Biden on his recent visit to Ukraine. During the conversation, both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to bolstering multilateral cooperation, particularly within the Quad framework.

The statement concluded by noting that Modi and Biden underscored that the India-US partnership aims to benefit the people of both countries as well as the broader global community.