Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a historic journey to Italy on Thursday, marking his first international trip after being sworn in for an unprecedented third consecutive term. The visit is aimed at participating in the G7 Outreach Summit, a significant global event.
In his departure statement, Prime Minister Modi expressed his pleasure that his first state visit in his third consecutive term is to Italy for the G7 Summit. This visit underscores the importance that India places on its relationship with Italy and the G7 nations.
The Prime Minister fondly recalled his previous visit to Italy and the visits of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to India. These interactions have played a pivotal role in significantly enhancing bilateral ties between the two nations.
“I am glad that my first visit in the third consecutive term is to Italy for the G-7 Summit,” said PM Modi. He warmly remembered his visit to Italy for the G20 Summit in 2021, which was a landmark event in fostering global cooperation.
Prime Minister Meloni’s two visits to India last year were instrumental in infusing momentum and depth into our bilateral agenda. These visits have strengthened the strategic partnership between India and Italy, paving the way for increased cooperation in various fields.
“We remain committed to consolidating the India-Italy strategic partnership, and bolstering cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and the Mediterranean regions,” PM Modi added.
This visit is expected to further enhance the strong ties between India and Italy, and foster cooperation on global issues among the G7 nations. As the world watches, the outcomes of this visit could shape the course of India’s foreign policy in the coming years.
