The Ministry of External Affairs announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Netherlands counterpart Rob Jetten have agreed on a roadmap to enhance the India-Netherlands relationship. Both leaders have decided to elevate the bilateral relationship to a “Strategic Partnership,” reflecting shared values and trust. The collaboration will focus on various areas, including defense ties, trade, investments, and technological advancements.
The two sides have a strong collaboration in the water sector and are set to visit a site together. Discussions also revolved around defense industrial collaboration and the Netherlands joining the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative. Notably, a significant agreement between Tata and ASML was signed to bolster India’s semiconductor ecosystem and create high-skilled jobs.
Prime Minister Modi and Prime Minister Jetten discussed initiatives like Make in India, supply vessels, and economic growth, emphasizing the importance of connecting Indian and Dutch ports. The talks also covered areas such as agricultural supply chains and green hydrogen. Both countries are keen on fostering talent partnerships and innovation in various sectors.
During a CEO roundtable, top Dutch industry leaders engaged with the Prime Ministers on key sectors like semiconductors, healthcare, and logistics. The Netherlands is returning cultural treasures to India, aligning with the vision of heritage and development. The partnership agreement between Tata Electronics and ASML further supports semiconductor facilities in India.
In his statement, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the significant outcomes of the discussions, emphasizing the growth and prosperity that will result from the strengthened friendship between India and the Netherlands. Economic cooperation remains a vital aspect of the bilateral relationship, with a focus on trade agreements and collaboration in emerging sectors like fintech, semiconductors, and green hydrogen.
