Prime Minister Narendra Modi will commence a five-nation diplomatic tour from May 15 to 20, visiting the UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy. The primary goal of this visit is to deepen India's strategic and economic partnerships, focusing on sectors such as energy, defence, technology, and trade. According to Sibi George, Secretary (West) of the Ministry of External Affairs, this tour is timely as India aims to enhance its cooperation with European nations following the recent conclusion of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement earlier this year. Key discussions during the visit will revolve around trade, investment, energy cooperation, technology, and cultural exchanges, all framed within the context of the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.