On Thursday, Prime Minister Modi said that India’s stand on the ongoing Russia-Ukarine conflict as he said, “Ukraine dispute can be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.”
During a press conference after meeting Italian PM Meloni, Modi said that, “From the beginning of the Ukraine conflict, India has clarified that this dispute can only be resolved through dialogues and diplomacy. And India is fully ready to contribute to any peace process.”
While welcoming Italian PM on her first visit to India, Modi added that, “In last year’s elections, the people of Italy voted for her and she became the first woman and youngest PM of Italy. I congratulate her on behalf of Indians for this historic achievement.”
Notably, the Italian PM is the chief guest and the keynote speaker at 8th Raisina Dialogue 2023. This year marks the diamond jubilee of the bilateral relations between India and Italy.
“On this occasion, we have decided to give Strategic Partnership status to the Indo-Italy partnership. India will further strengthen its relationship with Italy in renewable energy, hydrogen, IT, telecom, semiconductors and space. A Startup Bridge is being announced today between India and Italy, which we welcome,” said PM Modi.