PM Modi and South Korean president discuss ways to combat coronavirus pandemic

Prime Minister Modi warmly recalled his visit to the Republic of Korea last year, and expressed satisfaction at the increasingly close ties between both countries.

The two leaders discussed COVID-19 global pandemic and the challenges it posed to the global health systems and economic situation.  They shared information about the steps taken in their countries to tackle the pandemic.

Prime Minister expressed appreciation for the technology-based response deployed by the Republic of Korea for managing the crisis.  President Moon Jai-In appreciated the way Indian authorities have motivated the vast Indian population for fighting the pandemic with unity of purpose.

The Korean President thanked Prime Minister for the support being provided by Indian authorities to Korean citizens in India.  Prime Minister expressed appreciation to the ROK government for facilitating supplies and transport of medical equipment being sourced by Indian companies.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi also had a telephone conversation today with H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni of the Republic of Uganda. The two leaders discussed the health and economic challenges arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic.  Prime Minister assured H.E. President Museveni that India stands in solidarity with its friends in Africa during the present health crisis, and would extend all possible support to the Ugandan Government’s efforts to control the spread of the virus in its territory.

Prime Minister expressed his appreciation for the goodwill and care extended to the Indian diaspora in Uganda by the host Government and society, including during the present situation.

Prime Minister warmly recalled his visit to Uganda in July 2018, and touched on the special nature of India-Uganda ties.
Both leaders shared the hope that the world would soon prevail over the challenge of COVID-19.

The two leaders agreed that their experts would continue to consult each other and share experiences, as they research solutions for COVID-19.
Prime Minister conveyed his best wishes to President Moon for the forthcoming National Assembly Elections in ROK.