Highlighting India’s growing significance as a strategic partner for Europe, Finland President Alexander Stubb praised India’s emergence as a major global player. Stubb lauded India’s foreign policy for its practical approach, emphasizing the balance between strategic caution, autonomy, and commitment to global cooperation. He expressed admiration for India’s status as one of the world’s largest democracies and fastest-growing economies, underscoring its pivotal role in foreign relations, security, and trade policies.
During a joint press conference with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, Stubb commended India’s foreign policy grounded in realism and pragmatism. He acknowledged India’s leadership in championing multilateralism and global cooperation while maintaining a cautious and autonomous stance. Stubb expressed his belief that the world could benefit from adopting elements of India’s foreign policy approach.
The Finnish President expressed his honor in participating in the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi alongside PM Modi, recognizing the forum’s significant growth as a global platform for crucial discussions amidst a changing world order. Stubb highlighted the importance of India and its allies in shaping the future global order, emphasizing the need for reforms in the multilateral system and endorsing India’s bid for a permanent seat in the UN Security Council.
Discussing India-European Union relations, Stubb emphasized the value of the recently established trade agreement and strategic partnership between the two entities. In the midst of global transitions involving major powers like the United States, Russia, and China, Stubb underscored the significance of the EU-India partnership based on shared values and interests.
