Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude for the warm reception he received in Bratislava, Slovakia. He thanked the Indian community for their special welcome, emphasizing the enduring bonds that strengthen the friendship between India and Slovakia. PM Modi also appreciated the traditional Slovak gesture of offering bread and salt during the welcoming ceremony.
During his visit, PM Modi enjoyed a cultural performance by Kopaniciarik, a folk ensemble from Slovakia’s Myjava region. He praised the importance of preserving traditional art forms and cultural heritage, highlighting the significance of such folk traditions in maintaining cultural identity. Additionally, PM Modi shared moments from his visit to Nice, France, expressing optimism about the growing partnership between India and France.
Upon his arrival in Bratislava, Prime Minister Modi was warmly welcomed by the Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanar at the Grand Hotel River Park. He was greeted with traditional Slovak hospitality, including the symbolic offering of bread and salt. PM Modi also interacted with the Indian diaspora in Bratislava, further strengthening the ties between the two nations.
The visit marks a historic milestone in India-Slovakia relations, as it is the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia since its independence in 1993. PM Modi’s visit aims to deepen bilateral relations and explore new avenues of cooperation between India and Slovakia. He looks forward to productive meetings with Slovakia’s President Peter Pellegrini and Prime Minister Robert Fico to enhance mutual cooperation and strengthen diplomatic ties.
