India-US Relations: In a congratulatory call on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Donald Trumps remarkable victory in the US elections. This diplomatic gesture underscores the close ties between the two nations, as shared by MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal during his weekly briefing. Jaiswal highlighted that both leaders are committed to upholding the American mandate, expressing, “India celebrates this expression of peoples mandate.”A Call for Unity and Global ProsperityAccording to Jaiswal, Modi and Trump expressed a shared vision for strengthening the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. This alliance aims to bolster mutual growth, peace, and prosperity. “PM Modi spoke to Donald Trump. We look forward to working with him closely,” Jaiswal noted, indicating the leaders alignment on fostering global stability and collaboration.Reaffirming a Historic FriendshipPrime Minister Modi reminisced about his positive interactions with Trump during his first term, recalling prominent events like the “Howdy Modi” rally in Houston and “Namaste Trump” in Ahmedabad. Their rapport has only grown over time, with Modi referring to Trump as his “friend” on X (formerly Twitter), where he wrote, “Heartiest congratulations, my friend @realDonaldTrump, on your historic election victory.”A Historic Political ComebackDonald Trumps victory marks a historic comeback, as he becomes the first US President in over a century to return for a non-consecutive term, following his defeat by Joe Biden in the 2020 election. His re-election at 78 signifies a renewal of his vision for America, with his term as the 47th president commencing on January 25.Trumps Democratic opponent, Kamala Harris, who has served as vice president since January 2021, conceded the race in a decisive defeat. The Modi-Trump dialogue signals a promising chapter for US-India relations, reinforcing the nations commitment to cooperation. Both leaders are set to work closely, aiming to address global challenges and build a stronger alliance between their countries.
