India a land of opportunities, powered by technology and humanity: PM Modi
The Hague, May 16
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday described India as a land of opportunities that is driven by both technology and humanity.
Addressing the Indian community at an event in The Hague, PM Modi said India is emerging as a key force in innovation, economic growth and global cooperation at a time when the world is facing multiple challenges.
"India is a land of opportunities, which is driven by both technology and humanity," the Prime Minister stated.
"This decade is becoming a decade of challenges for the world," the Prime Minister added, referring to the Covid-19 pandemic and ongoing global conflicts.
He stressed the need for stronger international coordination and partnerships to address emerging geopolitical and economic uncertainties.
"India and the Netherlands are steadily expanding cooperation in critical sectors such as energy security and water security," PM Modi mentioned.
He added that both countries can work together more closely in the global arena and collaborate on securing major international projects.
Highlighting growing economic engagement between India and Europe, PM Modi said the proposed India-European Union Free Trade Agreement would further strengthen ties between the two sides.
"The Netherlands could become a natural gateway for Indian businesses looking to expand into Europe," the Prime Minister stated.
He also praised the role of the Indian diaspora in strengthening bilateral relations, saying the community acts as a trusted bridge between the two nations and contributes significantly to enhancing people-to-people ties and economic cooperation.
Addressing the enthusiastic gathering, PM Modi said the warmth and affection shown by the Indian community made him feel as though he was attending a festival in India.
"Seeing so much love and enthusiasm, I forgot for a moment that I am in the Netherlands," he said, adding that The Hague had become a living symbol of India-Netherlands friendship.
— IANS
Reader Comments
While the vision sounds good, I hope these words translate into real opportunities on the ground for ordinary Indians back home. Too often such speeches abroad feel disconnected from the reality of unemployment and inflation we face daily. Still, optimistic about the FTA with EU!
The way PM Modi connects with the diaspora is truly unmatched. Making them feel like they're at an Indian festival even while in Netherlands – that's the power of our culture and leadership. Energy security and water security cooperation with Netherlands makes perfect sense given their expertise.
As someone who's worked with Dutch companies, I can vouch that India-Netherlands partnership has massive potential. The tech and water management expertise from Netherlands combined with India's IT talent could be a game-changer. Good to see leadership thinking globally!
'Land of opportunities' – haaye, kash yahan bhi waisa hi hota! But seriously, the diaspora bridge is real. My cousin in Amsterdam helped a Dutch startup partner with an Indian firm. These people-to-people connections matter more than any government MOU sometimes. 😊
The India-EU FTA is long overdue! Finally some serious momentum. And Netherlands being a gateway to Europe makes perfect sense – Rotterdam port, Schiphol airport, strong logistics infrastructure. Hope this leads to more Indian startups expanding there. Technology and humanity indeed!
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