Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation on Monday, exchanging views on key regional and global issues at a time when several flashpoints around the world are drawing international attention. Officials said the call was scheduled as part of ongoing high-level engagement between the two leaders, who reviewed progress in bilateral cooperation and discussed areas where both sides can deepen coordination.
According to sources familiar with the discussion, Modi and Trump spoke about the security situation in West Asia, the trajectory of the India–U.S. defence partnership, and shared concerns over rising instability in several regions. The two leaders also touched upon economic cooperation, including efforts to strengthen supply chains, expand trade opportunities, and support technology partnerships.
People briefed on the conversation say both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a strong India–U.S. strategic relationship, describing it as central to maintaining stability in the Indo-Pacific. Modi reportedly emphasised India’s readiness to work closely with Washington on humanitarian and security priorities, while Trump expressed appreciation for India’s role in global crisis management and regional diplomacy.
The call also covered domestic developments in both countries, with each leader outlining challenges related to economic recovery and public welfare. While no major announcement followed the discussion, officials said the conversation helped set the stage for continued dialogue between senior officials in the weeks ahead.
Both sides characterised the exchange as warm and constructive, signalling that New Delhi and Washington intend to maintain steady communication as geopolitical tensions continue to unfold.