PM Narendra Modi Sweden Visit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Reached Sweden on Sunday evening on the third leg of his five-nation tour. When Prime Minister Modi’s plane entered Sweden’s airspace after his visit to Netherlands, Swedish Gripen fighter planes escorted his plane. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson himself warmly welcomed Prime Minister Modi on his arrival at Gothenburg Airport.
During his two-day visit to Sweden, Prime Minister Modi will hold bilateral talks with his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson. The two leaders will review all major aspects of relations between India and Sweden. There will also be discussions between the two countries on trade, green change, artificial intelligence, new technology, startups, strong supply chains, defence, space, climate change and strengthening people-to-people ties.
Will address the European Industry Forum
Prime Minister Modi and the Prime Minister of Sweden will also jointly address the European Round Table for Industry. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will also be present in this program. This platform is considered to be the main trading platform of big industrial groups of Europe.
VIDEO | Gothenburg, Sweden: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Gothenburg and receives a warm welcome from Sweden Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson at the airport.
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Before leaving for Sweden, Netherlands Prime Minister Rob Jetten himself reached Amsterdam Airport and bid farewell to Prime Minister Modi. During his two-day visit to Netherlands, Prime Minister Modi held bilateral talks with his Dutch counterpart. During this period, 17 agreements were signed between the two countries to increase cooperation in defence, important minerals and other key areas. Both leaders also expressed concern about the situation in West Asia and its impact on global energy supplies and trade networks.
Prime Minister Modi said – relations between India and Netherlands got new momentum
Prime Minister Modi said in a social media post that his visit to Netherlands has given new strength to the relations between the two countries. He said that both the countries have prepared an ambitious roadmap for the future in areas like water resources, semiconductor, innovation, defence, sustainability and mobility, while enhancing the relationship to a strategic partnership. Prime Minister Modi expressed confidence that the friendship between India and Netherlands will become stronger in the coming years. He also thanked Prime Minister Rob Jetton for the warm welcome and farewell at the airport.
Also visited Afsaloutdike Dam
Prime Minister Modi also visited the famous Afslootdike Dam along with his Dutch counterpart. During this, both the countries discussed the possibilities of increasing cooperation in water management and climate-friendly infrastructure. This journey is also considered important for the ambitious Kalpsar project of Gujarat. Under this project, there is a plan to create a huge freshwater reservoir by building a dam about 30 kilometers long on the Gulf of Khambhat.
Dutch companies invited to invest in India
Prime Minister Modi and his Dutch counterpart also interacted with CEOs of major Dutch companies in the energy, ports, health, agriculture, trade and technology sectors. Prime Minister Modi invited Dutch companies to explore investment and cooperation opportunities in India in maritime infrastructure, renewable energy, digital technology, semiconductor, artificial intelligence and health sectors. Prime Minister Modi reached The Hague on Friday on a two-day visit after completing his visit to the United Arab Emirates.