Greek Prime Minister visits India after 16 years, meets with Prime Minister Modi to aim for doubling bilateral trade by 2030.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi warmly greeted Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis as he arrived in India on Wednesday, marking a significant moment in bilateral relations after a 16-year hiatus. Both leaders viewed this visit as a momentous occasion. They engaged in extensive discussions at Hyderabad House, focusing on strengthening ties across various sectors such as defense, security, trade, and investment.
Prime Minister Modi expressed his satisfaction with the ongoing talks, particularly emphasizing the need to finalize agreements on mobility and migration at the earliest to enhance people-to-people ties. In a similar vein, Prime Minister Mitsotakis expressed optimism about reaching crucial agreements, highlighting the progress made since the joint declaration signed in Athens.
The leaders also discussed the goal of doubling bilateral trade by 2030 and identified numerous areas for collaboration, including startups, shipping, defense, and counter-terrorism. They reaffirmed their shared commitment to fighting terrorism and emphasized the importance of enhancing cooperation in higher education.
Additionally, they acknowledged the upcoming 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Greece and outlined plans to showcase their common heritage globally. Greece's decision to join the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative was welcomed by Prime Minister Modi, who stressed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy in resolving disputes.
Prime Minister Mitsotakis voiced support for India's candidacy for the UN Security Council and underscored the need for UN reform to reflect evolving global dynamics.
The visit, accompanied by a business delegation, underscores the deepening strategic cooperation between India and Greece. It marks the first bilateral visit by a Greek Head of State/Government to India in 15 years, signifying a strengthening of ties between the two nations.
Furthermore, Prime Minister Mitsotakis commended India's role as a stabilizing force in the Indo-Pacific region and emphasized the importance of international partnerships in addressing global challenges. The visit concluded with a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhawan and Mitsotakis' participation in the 9th Raisina Dialogue as the Chief Guest, where he delivered a keynote address.
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