New Delhi, May 26: Three days after congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led BJP government for massive electoral victory in the recently held Lok Sabha Elections on social media, Pakistan Premier Imran Khan dialled PM Modi personally and congratulated him. In the telephonic call, Khan discussed on deepening the Indo-Pak relations and strengthen the ties.

According to the foreign affairs office of Pakistan, Khan on Sunday called PM Modi and expressed his desire to improve the deteriorating relations between the two South Asian nations. Khan also stressed that trade ties need to regain momentum and the issue of Kashmir needs a progressive dialogue for the betterment of the people. Imran Khan Congratulates PM Narendra Modi; Expresses Desire to Work With Him for Peace in South Asia.

Informing more, spokesperson of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan Dr Mohammad Faisal said, "PM spoke to PM Modi today and congratulated him on his party’s electoral victory in Lok Sabha elections in India. PM expressed his desire for both countries to work together for the betterment of their peoples." He added, "Reiterating his vision for peace, progress and prosperity in South Asia, the Prime Minister said he looked forward to working with Prime Minister Modi to advance these objectives."

Earlier on Thursday, Imran Khan took to Twitter and congratulated PM Narendra Modi and his team for a massive victory in Lok Sabha Elections. He had written, "I congratulate Prime Minister Modi on the electoral victory of BJP and allies. Look forward to working with him for peace, progress and prosperity in South Asia."

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