President Lee Congratulates Modi on Becoming India's Longest-Serving Prime Minister

By Kim Bongcheol Posted : June 10, 2026, 21:51 Updated : June 10, 2026, 21:51
President Lee Jae-myung, on a state visit to India, is guided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the official welcome ceremony after a photo session at the Presidential Palace in New Delhi on April 20. [Photo=Yonhap News]
President Lee Jae-myung congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 10 for becoming India's longest-serving prime minister.

In a message posted on X (formerly Twitter), President Lee stated, "Prime Minister Modi has played a crucial role in leading India's growth and development over many years, enhancing India's standing in the international community."

He added, "This achievement reflects the trust the Indian people have in the Prime Minister's leadership."

President Lee noted, "In April, we agreed to further develop the special strategic partnership between Korea and India and to create a future of growth and innovation together." He expressed hope that both leaders could build trust and friendship, achieving tangible results that the citizens of both countries can feel.

He concluded by wishing the Prime Minister success and the happiness and prosperity of the Indian people from the bottom of his heart.

President Lee referenced Modi's X account in his post and included a translation of his message in Hindi.




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