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Modi, Dutch PM Discuss West Asia Peace, Boost Ties in Tech & Water

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a phone conversation with his Dutch counterpart, Rob Jetten, focusing on the security situation in West Asia and the imperative for early peace. The leaders explored avenues to deepen the bilateral partnership, highlighting potential in semiconductors, green hydrogen, and mega water projects. They welcomed the concluded India-EU Free Trade Agreement as a foundation for a broader strategic partnership encompassing defence and innovation. The discussion builds on recent agreements, including on maritime heritage, underscoring the dynamic and expanding cooperation between the two nations.

Key Points: Modi, Dutch PM Talk West Asia Peace, Deepen India-Netherlands Ties

  • Discussed West Asia peace restoration
  • Deepening tech & green energy ties
  • Progress on India-EU trade deal
  • Enhanced cooperation in water management & defence
  • Strengthening cultural & maritime heritage links
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PM Modi calls for restoration of peace in West Asia during call with Dutch counterpart; discusses ways to further expand bilateral partnership

PM Modi & Netherlands' Rob Jetten discuss restoring West Asia stability, expanding partnership in semiconductors, green hydrogen, and maritime heritage.

"now is the time to strengthen our cooperation - Rob Jetten"

New Delhi, March 30

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a telephonic conversation with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Rob Jetten, discussing the security situation in West Asia and underlined the need for early restoration of peace and stability in the region.

During the conversation, they also discussed ways to further deepen ties between New Delhi and Amsterdam. Significantly, PM Jetten said that he is looking forward to welcoming PM Modi to the Netherlands soon so the two countries can make further progress on these themes.

In a post on X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the leaders highlighted the potential of partnership in areas such as semiconductors, mega water projects, green hydrogen and talent mobility.

"Also exchanged views on the situation in West Asia and emphasised the need for early restoration of peace and stability in the region", PM Modi added.

Underlining the strength of the relationship, Dutch PM Rob Jetten recalled the India-EU Free Trade Agreement concluded earlier this year and said that India and the Netherlands are forging a strategic partnership that includes defence, water management, innovation and trade.

"With everything going on in the world at the moment, now is the time to strengthen our cooperation. Prime Minister @narendramodi of India and I discussed this in an introductory phone conversation today", the post added.

India and the Netherlands have been cooperating across several fronts.

Earlier in March, the Netherlands' Ambassador for International Cultural Cooperation, Dewi van de Weerd, told ANI how India and the Netherlands have a dynamic relationship, with people from the creative, cultural sector and heritage experts doing projects together.

Recently, the two countries signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation on maritime heritage, marking a significant step toward developing the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal, Gujarat.

Before this, India and the Netherlands agreed to establish a Joint Trade and Investment Committee and signed key Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to deepen cooperation in emerging and strategic sectors during the visit of the Netherlands Foreign Minister David van Weel here.

According to a Ministry of External Affairs release, during the delegation-level talks on December 19, the two sides welcomed the decision to establish a Joint Trade and Investment Committee to deepen economic cooperation, address trade facilitation issues, and promote bilateral investment.

Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel observed that India and the Netherlands are closely aligned in outlook and approach despite differences in geographical size, stressing the need for deeper cooperation at a time of shifting global geopolitics.

Speaking during a meeting with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in New Delhi, van Weel highlighted shared values between the two countries and the importance of standing together.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see India strengthening ties with European partners. The Netherlands is a leader in water management and innovation, exactly the areas we need expertise in. Hope this partnership brings tangible benefits for our mega water projects and creates more opportunities for our skilled professionals.
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Rohit P
While the diplomatic outreach is good, I hope our foreign policy also consistently prioritizes the immediate concerns of Indians abroad and our national security interests. The West Asia situation is complex. Our stance must be clear and principled, not just about peace in general terms.
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Sarah B
The maritime heritage MoU for Lothal is fascinating! Connecting our ancient Indus Valley civilization port with Dutch maritime expertise is such a cool way to preserve history. Can't wait to visit the NMHC once it's developed. More cultural exchanges like this, please!
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Vikram M
Semiconductors and talent mobility are key. We have the engineers, they have the advanced tech and research facilities. This strategic partnership can help reduce our dependency on other regions for chips. Jai Hind! 🙏
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David E
As someone working in the renewable energy sector, the mention of green hydrogen cooperation is the most exciting part. The Netherlands is a pioneer. If we can fast-track this, it will be a game-changer for India's clean energy goals and create so many jobs.

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