U.S. Vice-President Vance dials PM Modi
U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a phone call to discuss strengthening the strategic partnership between the two nations. The conversation covered trade, defense, energy security, and emerging technologies amid shifting regional dynamics in West Asia.
Why it matters
The call underscores the ongoing importance of the U.S.-India relationship in the context of global geopolitical realignments and regional security concerns.
U.S. Vice-President J.D. Vance dialled Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (August 8, 2026) to discuss expanding the India-U.S. comprehensive global strategic ties in trade, defence and energy security amid rising tensions in West Asia.
The two leaders also reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in emerging technologies and critical minerals.
Mr. Vance’s call to the Prime Minister came days after Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan signed a mutual defence pact that was widely seen as a reflection of a new regional alignment amid the West Asia conflict.
During the conversation, PM Modi extended his congratulations to Mr. Vance and Second Lady Usha on the birth of their son.
“Received a phone call from US Vice President JD Vance. We discussed ways to further deepen India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership across key areas,” Mr. Modi said on social media.
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