Secretary (West) at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Sibi George, met with State Secretary, Norwegian Ministry of Trade and Industry, Ragnhild Sjoner Syrstad in Oslo to discuss enhancing economic relations and increasing investments in green and blue technology sectors. They focused on deepening India-Norway economic ties post the India-EFTA-TEPA implementation and boosting investments in green and blue tech sectors.
During the 16th India–EU Summit in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the conclusion of the India–European Union Free Trade Agreement (India–EU FTA). This agreement will lead to the elimination or reduction of tariffs on over 90% of EU goods exports to India, including significant cuts on machinery, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and other products.
Secretary Sibi George engaged with the Indian diaspora in Norway, highlighting the significance of India’s agreements with EFTA and EU-FTA, India’s leadership in the Global South, and its expanding global role. He praised the Indian diaspora for serving as a crucial link between India and Norway, emphasizing their role in India’s growth and global engagement.
Sibi George’s visit to Oslo included participation in the 12th Foreign Office Consultations with Torgier Larsen, Secretary General, Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This visit aims to strengthen cooperation between India and Norway across various sectors and deepen bilateral ties that have been nurtured since February 1947, based on shared values of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.
