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October 16, 2006
New Delhi

US President talks to PM

The Prime Minister received a telephone call from President George W. Bush of the United States this evening. This was an opportunity for both leaders to exchange views on current matters. The issues discussed include the Doha Round of trade negotiations, the India-US Civil Nuclear Cooperation understanding, developments in the region including Pakistan and Afghanistan, and recent developments in North Korea. The conversation lasted about 10 minutes.