India, Dec. 11 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with US President Donald Trump on Thursday, a talk he described as warm and engaging. PM Modi said they reviewed the progress in US-India bilateral relations.

The leaders exchange views on expanding cooperation in trade, critical technologies, energy, defence and security, according to people familiar with the matter.

"Had a very warm and engaging conversation with President Trump. We reviewed the progress in our bilateral relations and discussed regional and international developments. India and the US will continue to work together for global peace, stability and prosperity," PM Modi posted on X on Thursday.

Both leaders agreed to work closely to address sh...