MODI HIROSHIMA VISIT
G7 Summit: India to encourage peaceful resolution through dialogue, says PM Modi to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine at the G7 summit in Italy, discussing ways to strengthen bilateral relations and addressing the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. PM Modi reiterated India's commitment to a peaceful resolution through dialogue and diplomacy. This marks their second meeting at a G7 summit, emphasizing India's role in global peace efforts. The summit, attended by leaders from major economies, focuses on key global issues and partnerships, highlighting India's active engagement on the world stage.
PM Modi to travel to Italy this week for G7 summit in first trip abroad in third term
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the G7 summit in Italy from June 13-15, marking his first international trip after beginning his third term. The summit, focused on the Ukraine war and Gaza conflict, will also see leaders from the US, France, Japan, Canada, and others, including Ukraine's President Zelenskyy.
Ukraine's foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba to visit India next week, sources say
Ukraine's peace plan, as presented by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, calls for removing all Russian troops, restoring Ukraine's 1991 post-Soviet borders and a process to make Russia accountable for its actions. Apart from talks with Indian officials, Kuleba is also set to "review the India-Ukraine inter-governmental commission", one of the officials said.
'Happy, proud to be with you', French President Macron greets 'dear friend' PM Modi, Indians on Republic Day
French President Emmanuel Macron extended Republic Day wishes to the people of India and expressed happiness over being part of the celebrations in Delhi. Macron, the chief guest at the 75th Republic Day celebrations, arrived in Jaipur where he held bilateral talks with PM Modi. This visit marks the 25th-anniversary celebrations of the Strategic Partnership between India and France. Macron's participation in India's biggest ceremonial event is the sixth time for any country.
On the sidelines of G20, UK's Sunak says hard work needed to secure India trade deal
The negotiations for the Free Trade Agreement have been ongoing since 2022, with the 12th round of talks taking place in August. Sunak highlighted the challenges faced by the world during the G20 Summit and expressed confidence in the collective ability of the G20 leaders to address them. Sunak's visit to India is significant as it is his first as UK Prime Minister.
PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Japan's Kishida, says eager to enhance cooperation in connectivity, commerce
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida held a bilateral meeting at the G20 Summit in New Delhi. They discussed the progress of India-Japan bilateral ties and expressed eagerness to enhance cooperation in sectors such as connectivity and commerce. The meeting took place at the G20 summit venue, Bharat Mandapam in Pragati Maidan.
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It's special as son-in-law of India: Rishi Sunak on visit to Delhi for G20
Rishi Sunak, the British Prime Minister of Indian heritage, referred to his visit to New Delhi for the G20 Leaders' Summit as "obviously special." He expressed excitement about being back in India, a country that is "very near and dear" to him. Sunak, along with his wife, is scheduled for bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The UK plans to discuss the Russia-Ukraine conflict and seek India's support.
PM Modi holds 'fruitful' meetings with French counterpart, Senate President; discusses ways to bolster ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Paris on a two-day trip for talks with French President Emmanuel Macron and to attend French National Day events as the guest of honour. Defence ties will be at the forefront of talks between the two leaders, but Modi will also discuss deepening cooperation in other areas, including trade, investment, space, nuclear power and culture.
Visit to France will provide new impetus to our strategic partnership: PM Modi
An Indian tri-services contingent will be part of the Bastille Day Parade, while Indian Air Force aircraft will perform a fly-past on the occasion, PM Modi said.
'Biden believes there is no better partner than India in this challenging 21st century': Senior administration official
President Joe Biden believes that India can play a crucial role in global politics and the relationship between the US and India is significant, according to a senior official. The official stated that India is the best partner for the US, having an elevated competition in bilateral visit invitations, while Biden recognizes the importance of building a partnership in the challenging times of the 21st century.
Ties with Russia has always been steady: Jaishankar
External affairs minister S Jaishankar has hinted that India is not planning to invite Ukraine to the G20 summit in September, stating that G20 is only for members and that India's ties with Russia have always been steady. This follows Ukraine's first deputy foreign affairs minister Emine Dzhaparova's attempt in April to set the ball rolling for Ukraine's participation in the G20 summit.
World appreciates PM Modi's 'governance model', says JP Nadda
"The world appreciates your governance model. US President Joe Biden asked for your autograph, this shows how the world is seeing India under your leadership," said Nadda.
Australia, India share stable, secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific: PM Anthony Albanese says ahead of Narendra Modi's visit
Prime Minister Albanese also said that he looks forward to celebrating Australia's vibrant Indian community with Prime Minister Modi in Sydney on Tuesday. Prime Minister Modi will visit Australia from May 22-24 as a guest of the Australian Government. "I am honoured to host Prime Minister Modi for an official visit to Australia, after receiving an extremely warm welcome in India earlier this year," Albanese said in a statement.
PM Modi, leaders of G7 invited countries, pay floral tribute at Hiroshima Peace Memorial in Japan
Prime Minister Modi reviewed the full range of relations between India and Japan during his bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida earlier on Saturday. The two leaders also discussed the focus areas of India's G20 Presidency and Japan's G7 Presidency towards making the planet better.
US and Oz leaders 'inform Modi about requests from prominent citizens to attend Modi's events'
US President Joe Biden and Australian PM Anthony Albanese have told PM Modi that several prominent citizens are keen to attend events where he will be speaking, according to sources. The three leaders and Japanese PM Fumio Kishida met at the Quad Summit in Hiroshima on Saturday.
"Har Har Modi," "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" echo in PNG streets as Indian diaspora welcomes PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora in Papua New Guinea's (PNG) capital city Port Moresby on Sunday. Hundreds of people waving the Tricolour were seen chanting "Har Har Modi," "Ghar Ghar Modi" as they interacted with PM Modi.
PM Modi leaves for Papua New Guinea after concluding Japan visit for G7 summit
Modi along with US President Joe Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Kishida and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese also attended the 3rd in-person Qaud Summit. Modi also offered to host the next Quad Leaders' Summit in India in 2024.
Zelenskyy invites India to join Ukraine peace formula after meeting Modi on Hiroshima G7 summit sidelines
This is the first time the two leaders had an in-person meeting since the beginning of the Ukraine war. NSA Ajit Doval was also present in the meeting.
PM Modi unveils Mahatma Gandhi's bust in Hiroshima, site of world's first nuclear attack
Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, representing a Hiroshima constituency in the House of Representatives, invited Modi to the G-7 Summit as a guest. The bust was gifted by India to Hiroshima as a symbol of friendship and goodwill between India and Japan on the occasion of Prime Minister Modi's visit to the city for the G7 summit. "Unveiled Mahatma Gandhi's bust in Hiroshima. This bust in Hiroshima gives a very important message. The Gandhian ideals of peace and harmony reverberate globally and give strength to millions," the prime minister tweeted.
"Namaste to India," greets Robot deployed at G7 Summit in Hiroshima
Japan's advanced technology and love for robots are not unheard of; the same was seen at the International Media Centre as Robot was saying "Namaste to India". "I want Indian people to come to Japan and know about the Japanese culture," Robot said.
PM Modi and Japan's Kishida discuss cooperation in green hydrogen, semiconductors
In the nearly 50-minute talks on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Modi and Kishida also deliberated on ways to synergise efforts to combat pressing global challenges under India's G20 presidency and Japan's leadership of the G7 advanced economies. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the two prime ministers exchanged views on a wide range of issues, including development finance, food security, climate change and energy among others.
World frightens even today when it hears word Hiroshima: PM Modi
PM Narendra Modi has placed a bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Hiroshima while he was there attending the G7 summit. The site, beside the Motoyasu River, is close to the A-Bomb Dome, a brutal reminder of the world's first atomic attack. Modi said that even today, the world is frightened by the story of Hiroshima, which killed 140,000 people.
Modi-Zelenskyy meet may happen in Hiroshima
All eyes will be on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's interventions during the G7 outreach session in Japan's Hiroshima and his possible meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Japan is all set to host the Ukrainian President at the Hiroshima G7 summit. Speculations are rife that Modi might meet Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the session. ET has learnt that a Modi-Zelenskyy meet is a possibility. This would be their maiden meeting since the Ukraine war. Both have spoken a few times over the phone.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Hiroshima for G7 and Quad summits
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Hiroshima, Japan, ahead of the annual meeting of the G7 countries. His itinerary includes a bilateral meeting with some G7 leaders, more than two dozen world leaders, as well as the third in-person Quad leaders’ meeting. The Quad leaders from the US, Japan, India and Australia will discuss a range of issues including global health, climate change, critical and emerging technologies, maritime domain awareness, and more.
PM Modi's visit to Japan, Papua New Guinea, Australia from May 19-24
A Ministry of External Affairs release said that Prime Minister Modi will have bilateral engagements in Papua New Guinea, including meetings with Governor-General Sir Bob Dadae and Prime Minister James Marape. After concluding his visit to Papua New Guinea, PM Modi will travel to Sydney despite the cancellation of the Quad Leaders' meeting. He will arrive in Australia on May 23.
Quad Summit on G7 sidelines; Canberra meet agenda intact
Modi will be part of three outreach sessions - Working Together to Address Multiple Crises (including food, health, development, gender); Common Endeavour for a Sustainable Planet (including climate, energy, environment) and Towards a Peaceful, Stable and Prosperous World -- key concerns for the Global South.
PM Narendra Modi to go ahead with Australia visit to meet Quad leaders
New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's engagements in Australia next week will remain unchanged except the summit of the Quad leaders in Sydney, people familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced cancelling the Quad summit after US President Joe Biden postponed his visit to Australia to focus on crucial debt-ceiling talks in Washington.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Hiroshima for G7 summit in May
"I formally invited PM Modi to G7 Hiroshima Summit and on the spot my invitation was immediately accepted," Kishida told media persons at a joint press conference held after the bilateral meeting.
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