Stockholm/New Delhi, May 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented specially curated Indian cultural gifts to Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Crown Princess Victoria during his visit to Sweden, highlighting India’s rich artistic traditions, literary heritage, sustainable crafts and indigenous cultural practices.Among the gifts presented to Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson was a handcrafted Shantiniketan messenger bag, the ‘Abode of Peace,’ reflecting the artistic lega…
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New Delhi/Gothenburg, May 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson on Wednesday jointly wrote an op-ed titled “India and Sweden: Delivering Growth, Resilience and Sustainability… Together”, highlighting the urgent need for stronger international cooperation to tackle climate change, economic fragmentation and industrial transformation.In the joint op-ed, the two leaders stressed that the world is currently facing a defining moment marked by geopolitical uncerta…
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…
New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visits to the Netherlands and Sweden constitute part of India’s wider European outreach, which includes Norway and Italy, at a time of shifting alliances in the geopolitical landscape amid the dramatic change in US foreign policy under Donald Trump’s presidency.”Underlying the trip is a larger geopolitical calculation on both sides. Europe is seeking to reduce its economic exposure to China and cope with the fallout of the Russ…
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…
New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) NDA leaders on Monday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi being conferred Sweden’s highest civilian honour, the ‘Royal Order of the Polar Star’ Commander Grand Cross, calling it a moment of pride and recognition for the entire nation.Reacting to the honour, BJP leader Syed Shahnawaz Hussain said Prime Minister Modi is recognised as a global leader by other countries and seen as a ray of hope during times of crisis. “Every country sees PM Modi as the world’s lea…
Gothenburg, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed from Gothenburg on Monday after successfully concluding his visit to Sweden, during which he elevated the bilateral ties between the two countries to a Strategic Partnership. He is now en route to Norway for the fourth leg of his five-nation tour. In a post on X, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said, “A visit advancing innovation, sustainability and strategic cooperation. PM Narendra Modi departed from Gothenburg for Oslo aft…
Gothenburg, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday thanked the people of Sweden, the Government of Sweden, and PM Ulf Kristersson for the warmth and friendship. He further added that his visit to Sweden was marked by several important outcomes that will add new momentum to relations.PM Modi took to social media ‘X’ and said, “My visit to Sweden was marked by several important outcomes that will add new momentum to India-Sweden relations.””From elevating our ties to a Strategic Part…
Gothenburg, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson on Monday exchanged special commemorative gifts honouring the enduring legacy of Rabindranath Tagore, highlighting the deep cultural ties between India and Sweden.PM Modi expressed gratitude to the Swedish Prime Minister for presenting facsimiles of two handwritten epigrams by Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, preserved in the Swedish National Archives.”Deeply touched to receive facsimiles of two handwr…
New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that he was honoured to address the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) in Gothenburg, Sweden. The Prime Minister said his speech focused on the growing convergence between India and Europe, the opportunities emerging from the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA), and India’s reform-driven economic growth journey.PM Modi took to social media ‘X’ and said, “Honoured to have addressed the European Round Table for…