India and Netherlands Forge Historic Strategic Partnership
India, Netherlands new Strategic Partnership a 'historic milestone'
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During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Netherlands, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen announced a new Strategic Partnership. This partnership aims to enhance cooperation in trade, innovation, and regional security, while also addressing global issues like the Ukraine conflict and tensions in West Asia.
- 01The new Strategic Partnership between India and the Netherlands is seen as a historic milestone in bilateral relations.
- 02The leaders agreed to adopt a Strategic Partnership Roadmap for structured cooperation across various sectors.
- 03Both countries reaffirmed their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the Netherlands joining the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative.
- 04Concerns over the ongoing war in Ukraine and the situation in West Asia were discussed, emphasizing the need for peace and dialogue.
- 05Prime Minister Modi extended an invitation to Dutch Prime Minister Jetten to visit India.
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During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Netherlands, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen to announce a new Strategic Partnership, marking a significant milestone in India-Netherlands relations. The partnership aims to enhance cooperation in trade, innovation, and cultural ties, with both leaders expressing optimism about the future of their collaboration. They adopted a Strategic Partnership Roadmap to guide structured cooperation across various sectors.
The leaders also discussed the importance of a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the Netherlands committing to join the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative and co-lead the Capacity Building & Resource Sharing pillar. Additionally, they addressed pressing global issues, including the ongoing war in Ukraine and the situation in West Asia, agreeing on the need for dialogue and diplomacy to achieve lasting peace.
In closing, Prime Minister Modi thanked Prime Minister Jetten for their hospitality and invited him to visit India soon, further solidifying the commitment to strengthen bilateral ties.
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The new partnership is expected to enhance trade and innovation between India and the Netherlands, benefiting businesses and communities in both countries.
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