India, June 10 -- US President Donald Trump joined world leaders on Wednesday in congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India's longest-serving elected premier, and the PM responded by saying he looks forward to working with the American leader to advance the bilateral strategic partnership.

Trump posted his congratulatory message on his Truth Social platform shortly before 11 pm on Wednesday night. PM Modi's reply followed about 30 minutes later.

"Congratulations to my friend, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on becoming India's longest-serving Prime Minister - And a Great One he is!" Trump said.

"He is a strong, healthy, and wise man, and will have many years of Greatness and Success ahead of him! President DONALD J. TR...