Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday praised India’s growing global influence and the strategic partnership between Italy and India following her meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro. In a post on social media, Meloni described it as “always a great pleasure” to meet PM Modi.
“Always a great pleasure to meet the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, also on this occasion of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro,” she said in a post on X.
The two leaders discussed a wide range of areas where they see potential for collaboration, particularly in trade, investment, science and technology, clean energy, space exploration, and defence.
The most significant outcome of their discussions was the announcement of the India-Italy Joint Strategic Action Plan for 2025-2029. Meloni emphasized that both nations aim to strengthen their partnership, not only for mutual benefit but also in support of shared values such as democracy, the rule of law, and sustainable development.
PM Modi also expressed his enthusiasm for the growing friendship between the two countries, particularly noting the progress made in sectors such as defence, security, trade, and technology. He also praised the longstanding ties between India and Italy, stating that their collaboration could contribute significantly to a better world.
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Their discussions were part of a series of bilateral meetings Modi held at the G20 Summit, where he also met leaders from Indonesia, Portugal, and the UK to explore opportunities for collaboration in areas ranging from defence to renewable energy. The strategic partnerships with these countries are seen as crucial in strengthening India’s global position, particularly as the country seeks to bolster its economy and expand its influence on the world stage.
Both Modi and Meloni expressed their desire to continue working closely together, with the aim of further deepening their nations’ ties for the benefit of their economies and citizens.
“Together we expressed our desire to continue working together to further deepen our bilateral partnership for the benefit of the economies and citizens of both nations, and in support of the shared values ??of democracy, rule of law and sustainable development,” the Italian PM said.