Trump calls Modi on 75th birthday, praises India’s role in global peace

On his 75th birthday, PM Narendra Modi receives a personal call from US President Donald Trump, who praised India’s efforts in peace talks and vowed to strengthen India-US ties.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked his 75th birthday with a special message, a phone call from US President Donald Trump. Breaking away from past trade tensions and tariff disputes, Trump warmly wished Modi, calling him a “friend” and praising his leadership during challenging global times.

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Trump, in a social media post, revealed that he personally called PM Modi to convey his greetings. “I spoke to my friend Narendra Modi and wished him a very happy birthday. He is doing an incredible job for India and the world. I appreciate India’s support in ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict,” Trump said.

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Responding promptly, Modi expressed gratitude and assured Trump of India’s commitment to deepening bilateral ties. “Thank you, my friend, for your warm wishes. India remains committed to taking the India-US comprehensive and global partnership to new heights. We stand with you in supporting peaceful resolutions to the Ukraine conflict,” Modi posted.

Thank you, my friend, President Trump, for your phone call and warm greetings on my 75th birthday. Like you, I am also fully committed to taking the India-US Comprehensive and Global Partnership to new heights. We support your initiatives towards a peaceful resolution of the…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 16, 2025

The cordial exchange marks a significant moment, as relations between the two had seen friction in the past over tariffs and trade disagreements. This renewed warmth could signal a fresh chapter in India-US relations, with global peace and strategic cooperation taking center stage. 

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