Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in bilateral discussions with Finnish President Alexander Stubb at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The talks focused on enhancing bilateral ties across various sectors. Both leaders also addressed regional and global issues of mutual interest, along with collaboration in multilateral forums. Additionally, the Prime Minister hosted a lunch in honor of the visiting President.
Earlier in the day, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with the Finnish President to discuss bilateral relations before his meeting with PM Modi. Jaishankar expressed anticipation for the President’s upcoming address at the Raisina Dialogue event later that evening.
President Stubb paid respects to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat before his meeting with PM Modi. Stubb’s visit to India, at the invitation of PM Modi, spans three days until March 7. Accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Ministers and business leaders, he will participate in the Raisina Dialogue and deliver the keynote address.
During his stay, President Stubb is scheduled to meet with President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan. Following engagements in New Delhi, he will travel to Mumbai to meet with state officials, interact with business leaders, and engage in an India-Finland business event. The visit underscores the warm and multifaceted relations between India and Finland, emphasizing shared democratic values and a commitment to strengthening cooperation.
