Jaishankar Presents 'Why Bharat Matters' to Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani
Jaishankar presents 'Why Bharat Matters' to Italian FM Antonio Tajani
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Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar presented the Italian edition of his book 'Why Bharat Matters' to Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani during a visit. The meeting underscored India and Italy's commitment to combat terrorism, deepen defense cooperation, and enhance collaboration in science, technology, and maritime security.
- 01Jaishankar expressed gratitude for Tajani's warm welcome and discussions during a recent visit.
- 02Both countries condemned terrorism, particularly the April 2025 Pahalgam attack, and committed to counter-terrorism cooperation.
- 03A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Italian Guardia di Finanza and India's Directorate of Enforcement.
- 04India and Italy agreed to launch a Dialogue on Maritime Security to enhance cooperation in maritime domains.
- 05The two nations announced the establishment of INNOVIT India, an innovation hub to support startup and research collaborations.
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During a recent visit, Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar presented the Italian edition of his book 'Why Bharat Matters' to Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani. The meeting highlighted the strong bilateral relations between India and Italy, with both leaders condemning terrorism and pledging to enhance cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts, especially following the April 2025 Pahalgam attack. They welcomed the conclusion of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on law enforcement cooperation and discussed further agreements on extradition and mutual legal assistance.
Jaishankar and Tajani also emphasized the importance of maritime security, agreeing to launch a Dialogue on Maritime Security to improve coordination and information sharing. In the realm of innovation and technology, the leaders announced the creation of INNOVIT India, an innovation hub aimed at fostering collaboration in various sectors, including fintech and renewable energy. They reaffirmed their commitment to the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), recognizing its potential to enhance global trade and connectivity.
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The strengthened cooperation between India and Italy in areas such as defense and counter-terrorism will enhance security and economic opportunities for both nations.
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