US President Donald Trump confirmed on Monday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the United States in February, marking a significant moment in US-India relations. Trump made the announcement after a telephonic conversation with Modi, their first since Trump was sworn in for his second term on January 20.

According to a White House statement, the leaders discussed ways to expand and deepen cooperation between the two nations. "The leaders emphasized their commitment to advancing the US-India strategic partnership and the Indo-Pacific Quad alliance," the statement read.

Immigration was another key topic, with Trump expressing confidence that India would act responsibly in taking back its illegal immigrants. Trump's hardline stance on immigration played a pivotal role in his reelection and continues to be a focus of his administration.

Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit will follow his previous trip to the US in September, when he attended the Quad Leaders' Summit alongside leaders from Australia and Japan. Modi also addressed the Summit of the Future' at the United Nations General Assembly in New York during that visit.

Trump highlighted plans for Modi to visit the White House, signaling the importance of their growing partnership. Modi's visit will aim to strengthen ties between the two democracies and advance shared goals in the Indo-Pacific region, with India set to host the Quad Leaders later this year.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar represented India at Trump's inauguration, underscoring New Delhi's intent to prioritize US relations. As both nations look to navigate global challenges, Modi's visit will be pivotal in shaping the future of their partnership.