Giorgia Meloni: 'India's role in stopping ongoing wars around the world...', Italian PM Meloni lauds India

Giorgia Meloni: Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni recently highlighted India's global role during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, stating that India can play a key role in resolving ongoing wars and conflicts around the world. She categorically stated, "I believe India can play a very important role in this regard." This statement reflects India's growing global presence and its commitment to peaceful solutions.

A recent telephone conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Meloni brought further clarity to this direction. During the conversation, the two leaders held in-depth discussions on global and regional issues, particularly emphasizing the need for a peaceful and speedy resolution of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. PM Modi assured India's full support in this regard, reflecting India's diplomatic commitment.

India-Italy Strategic Partnership: A New Height

In their conversation, the two leaders reiterated their resolve to further strengthen the strategic partnership between India and Italy. This partnership covers a wide range of areas, including investment, defense, security, space, science, education, people-to-people ties, and the joint fight against terrorism. The two countries have pledged to implement a Joint Strategic Action Plan for 2025-29, which will further deepen this partnership.

Furthermore, Meloni reaffirmed Italy's support for the early finalization of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union (EU). This agreement will benefit businesses and consumers on both sides, giving new impetus to economic cooperation.

Meloni wishes PM Modi on his birthday

Meloni extended his heartfelt greetings on the occasion of PM Narendra Modi's 75th birthday on September 17. "Happy 75th birthday to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His strength, determination, and ability to lead millions of people are inspiring. With friendship and respect, I wish him good health and energy as he leads India into a bright future and further strengthens the ties between our countries," she wrote on X. This message symbolizes the deep mutual respect and friendship between the two countries.