Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated Donald Trump on being elected as US President, saying he looks forward to working with him closely to take Indo-US ties to a new height.
“Congratulations @realDonaldTrump on being elected as the 45th US President,” Modi said in a tweet.
He said the country looks forward to working closely with Trump to strengthen bilateral ties.
“We look forward to working with you closely to take India-US bilateral ties to a new height,” the Prime Minister said.
“We appreciate the friendship you have articulated towards India during your campaign, @realDonaldTrump,” he said.
Trump on Wednesday (IST) beat seasoned politician Hillary Clinton in the knife-edge polls, defying the odds to become the 45th US President.
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