“Excellent discussion to review the ongoing and new initiatives to further deepen India-US defence partnership and strengthen cooperation in capacity building,” Singh said in a social media post.
“Conveyed my deep appreciation for the unwavering support extended by the US to India in its fight against terrorism. Looking forward to meeting him at an early date,” he said.
It was the first phone conversation between Singh and Hegseth following the May 7-10 military conflict between India and Pakistan. PTI MPB RT RT