By Anjali Sharma
WASHINGTON – India PM Narendra Modi on Tuesday met with the world leaders on the sidelines of the G7 Summit reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening global partnerships.
The meetings reflect India’s growing influence on the global stage and its efforts to deepen bilateral ties with key nations, media reported.
He held bilateral meeting with the Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, Modi stated: “Fully agree with you, PM Giorgia Meloni. India’s friendship with Italy will continue to get stronger, greatly benefitting our people.”
Both leaders discussed ways to enhance cooperation in areas such as trade, innovation, and culture, building on the strong historical ties between India and Italy.
He also met with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa.
Modi described the discussions as “fruitful” and “productive,” respectively.
These meetings highlight India’s commitment to strengthening ties with the European Union and exploring areas of mutual interest.
Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba and Modi after their meeting noted ”Insightful deliberations with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba during the G7 Summit in Canada. India and Japan remain committed to further deepening bilateral ties across various sectors.”
They underscored the strong partnership between India and Japan, with both nations working together on issues such as trade, security, and innovation.
Mr. Modi also held meeting with President Ramaphosa of South Africa and President Lula of Brazil, Modi said: “Outstanding conversations with two dear friends. We are unwavering in our commitment to spoke about issues that matter to the Global South. We are equally determined to do whatever it takes to build a better tomorrow for the coming generations.”
