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PM call with Narendra Modi

The Prime Minister David Cameron spoke to Narendra Modi to congratulate him on his victory in the Indian elections.

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A Downing Street spokesperson said:

The Prime Minister called Narendra Modi this morning to congratulate him on his victory in the Indian elections and the record turnout, making this the biggest democratic election in history.

Mr Modi said he would be delighted to accept the Prime Minister’s invitation to visit the UK. Both leaders agreed on the importance of the UK-India relationship and agreed to work together to strengthen it in the months ahead.

Published 16 May 2014