US President Joe Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday discussed the situation in Bangladesh, reports UNB.
The two leaders stressed the need for early restoration of normalcy and ensuring the safety and security of minorities, especially Hindus, in Bangladesh.
Modi and Biden also discussed Ukraine and Quad issues during the phone call.
"I reiterated India’s full support for early return of peace and stability," Modi said.
The two leaders expressed their shared concern over the situation in Bangladesh.
Modi received the telephone call today from Biden, according to the Indian Prime Minister's Office.
The Indian PM conveyed his appreciation for President Biden’s deep commitment to the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership, which is based on shared values of democracy, rule of law and strong people-to-people ties.
They reviewed the significant progress in bilateral relations and highlighted that India-US partnership is aimed at benefiting the people of both countries as well as the entire humanity.
The two leaders had a detailed exchange of views on a number of regional and global issues.
While discussing the situation in Ukraine, Modi briefed Biden on his recent visit to the country. He reiterated India’s consistent position in favour of dialogue and diplomacy and expressed full support for early return of peace and stability.
The two leaders reiterated their commitment to further strengthening cooperation in multilateral fora, including the Quad.
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