New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s diplomatic gesture, during his recent visit to Norway, has brought global attention to the rich biodiversity and traditional craftsmanship of Sikkim. PM Modi gifted Norwegian counterpart Jonas Gahr Store a ‘pressed Orchid painting’ and orchid paperweights crafted from real orchids and ferns collected from the mist-covered valleys of Sikkim.The orchid-based products are being seen as a symbol of India’s cultural and ecological diplomacy,…
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Oslo/Paris, May 28 (IANS) Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store has announced that Norway will join French President Emmanuel Macron’s nuclear deterrence initiative, while stressing that the decision will not change Norway’s basic policy on nuclear weapons.Norwegian PM Store travelled to Paris on Wednesday (Local time) for talks with Macron. Speaking to Norwegian media, he said Norway’s decision was based on the current security situation in Europe and that Europe must assume greater respons…
New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented specially curated Indian gifts to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store, King Harald V, Queen Sonja, and Crown Prince Haakon during his visit to Norway, highlighting India’s rich artistic traditions, sustainable craftsmanship, and cultural heritage. Prime Minister Modi gifted Norwegian Prime Minister Store a ‘Pressed Orchid Painting’ and orchid paperweights crafted from real orchids and ferns collected from the mist-covered va…
Oslo, May 19 (IANS) Spotlighting India’s position as a major global player, Denmark’s Mette Frederiksen on Tuesday said that Nordic countries’ cooperation with “one of the greatest powers” can bring stability, prosperity, and unity amid global uncertainties. “There is this idea growing right now that the middle powers in the world should act together, stick together, and work together. We cannot say that India is a middle power. You are one of the biggest powers. It’s not very easy to say that t…
Oslo, May 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi emplaned for Rome after concluding his visit to Norway and participation in the third India-Nordic Summit in Oslo on Tuesday.“Concluding a very fruitful visit to Norway. Held productive talks with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store and participated in the India-Nordic Summit, where important decisions were taken to deepen cooperation in many areas,” PM Modi wrote on X.He also thanked the people of Norway, the country’s Prime Minister and the gove…
Oslo, May 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with his Danish counterpart, Mette Frederiksen, in Norway’s Oslo on Tuesday, discussing bilateral ties. External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Secretary (West), Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Sibi George and other officials attended the meeting.PM Modi and Mette Frederiksen had earlier held a telephonic conversation in September last year, where they …
Oslo, May 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met his Finnish counterpart, Petteri Orpo, to discuss bilateral ties during his ongoing visit to Norway. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, Secretary, West, in the Ministry of External Affairs, Sibi George and other officials attended the meeting.Earlier in the day, PM Modi and his Icelandic counterpart Kristrun Frostadottir also met in Oslo.PM Modi is on a two-d…
Oslo, May 19 (IANS) Norwegian Foreign Affairs Minister Espen Barth Eide on Tuesday described India as an “important partner” for Norway and called Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Scandinavian nation “very fruitful”. In an interview with IANS, Eide stated that Norway appreciates its close partnership with India, which is soon to become the third-largest economy.On PM Modi’s visit to Norway, he said: “Very fruitful. He is warmly welcome. We appreciate our close partnership with India, …
Oslo, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday appreciated India’s rich cultural heritage, which was prominently showcased during his ongoing visit to Norway. He was welcomed with performances that celebrated the richness of Indian culture.“Witnessed ‘Saath Saath’, a beautiful reflection of togetherness through music, culture and shared artistic spirit. Thankful to the team of Barratt Due Music Institute for presenting a soulful confluence of Indian and Western classical tradit…
Oslo, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Norwegian counterpart Jonas Gahr Store on Monday reviewed the full spectrum of India-Norway relations, covering trade and investments, follow-up on the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), climate action and energy transition, blue economy and ocean governance, research and higher education, Arctic and polar cooperation, space, and talent mobility. Underscoring their shared commitment to sustainability and green grow…