The President said to the Prime Minister: “Your tenure has been good for India and India-US relations. I will miss working with you on day-to-day basis.”
Responding, Singh said, “The last ten years have seen a significant transformation in Indo-US relations. We have made significant progress over the last five years across the full spectrum of our relationship. This would not have been possible without your commitment, vision and leadership.”
The President replied that the “affection and appreciation is mutual.”
Singh said the “India-US relations are also indispensable for advancing peace, stability and prosperity. I am therefore very optimistic and confident about this relationship, which I am sure the next Indian Government will do everything to promote further.”
The Prime Minister also conveyed his best wishes to the First Lady Michelle Obama and the President's two daughters and hoped that the family will have an opportunity to visit India again.
“I hope you get some rest and I hope to see you soon,” the President replied.
