New Delhi, Sept. 18 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday thanked his Italian counterpart, Giorgia Meloni, for her warm wishes on his 75th birthday, saying he "deeply" values Italy's friendship and looks forward to strengthening it further.

In a post on X, Meloni had written in Italian: "Happy 75th birthday to the Indian Prime Minister @narendramodi. His strength, his determination, and his ability to lead millions of people are a source of inspiration. With friendship and esteem, I wish him health and energy to continue leading India toward a bright future and to further strengthen the relations between our Nations."

Modi responded: "Thank you Prime Minister Meloni for your warm wishes. Deeply appreciate Italy's friendship and l...