NEW DELHI: US Ambassador Sergio Gor called upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he took charge of the vacant post since Donald Trump’s re-election as US President.During the meeting, Gor presented a signed picture of PM Modi and Trump to the Prime Minister. “Mr Prime Minister, you are great,” Trump wrote.In a social media post on X, PM Modi shared the moment and said, “Glad to receive Mr. Sergio Gor, Ambassador-designate of the US to India. I’m confident that his tenure will further strengthen the India–US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.”As Gor joined as US envoy in New Delhi, he said that US President Trump considers PM Modi a “great and personal friend.”“President Trump considers Prime Minister Modi a great and personal friend. In fact, just before I left for New Delhi, they had an incredible phone call. And that is something that will continue over the weeks and months ahead. It’s an honour to serve as President Donald Trump’s ambassador to India. I look forward to this very important relationship and continuing to grow and deepen the relationship between our two nations,” Gor said.Gor’s first meeting in India took place earlier today with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, where the two discussed the India–US relationship and its growing global significance, calling it a unique strength in advancing bilateral ties.Speaking before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Gor said, “India is a strategic partner whose trajectory will shape the region and beyond. India’s geographic position, economic growth, and military capabilities make it a cornerstone of regional stability and a critical part of promoting prosperity and advancing the security interests that our nations share.”He further noted, “As Secretary Rubio said, India is one of the most important relationships our nation has in the world. If confirmed, I will prioritise deepening defence and security cooperation with India.”In August, Trump nominated Sergio Gor as India’s next ambassador and Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs.