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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni believes India can play a very important role in resolving the world's ongoing conflicts. She made these remarks on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session. This follows a recent phone conversation where she and Prime Minister Modi discussed regional and global issues. The two leaders are also working to strengthen the bilateral strategic partnership and advance the India-EU Free Trade Agreement.

Key Points: Meloni Says India Can Play Important Role Resolving World Conflicts

  • Meloni praised India's potential role in resolving global conflicts at the UNGA
  • The leaders reviewed progress in bilateral strategic partnership across defence and tech
  • Both sides committed to deepening ties under the Joint Strategic Action Plan
  • They agreed to promote connectivity via the India-Middle East Europe Economic Corridor
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India can play a very important role...: Italian Prime Minister Meloni on New Delhi's role in resolving ongoing wars

Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, at the UN, highlights India's crucial potential in resolving global wars and reaffirms strong bilateral partnership with PM Modi.

"I think it can play a very important role. - Giorgia Meloni"

New York, September 24

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has said that India can play a very important role in resolving the ongoing conflicts in the world.

"I think it can play a very important role," Giorgia Meloni told ANI on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session.

She was asked about India's role in resolving the ongoing wars.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and PM Giorgia Meloni had earlier this month held a telephone conversation in which they exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest. They agreed on the need for an early and peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine.

PM Modi reiterated India's full support for efforts in this direction.

The leaders reviewed and positively assessed the developments in bilateral Strategic Partnership across sectors such as investment, defence, security, space, science and technology, education, people-to-people ties and counter-terrorism.

Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment towards further deepening of the Partnership, in line with the Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-29.

Prime Minister Meloni reiterated Italy's strong support for the conclusion of a mutually beneficial India-EU Free Trade Agreement at the earliest and for the success of the AI Impact Summit to be hosted by India in 2026.

The two leaders also agreed on taking steps to promote connectivity under the India-Middle East Europe Economic Corridor (IMEEEC) initiative. They agreed to remain in touch.

PM Meloni had extended greetings to PM Modi on his 75th birthday on September 17 this year, praising his leadership and commitment to India's progress.

"Happy 75th birthday to the Indian Prime Minister @narendramodi. His strength, his determination, and his ability to lead millions of people are a source of inspiration. With friendship and esteem, I wish him health and energy to continue leading India toward a bright future and to further strengthen the relations between our Nations," she said in a post on X.

India and the European Union are working with sincerity and commitment to finalise a comprehensive and balanced Free Trade Agreement that will benefit businesses and consumers on both sides.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the recognition, I hope our government maintains strategic autonomy and doesn't get dragged into conflicts that don't directly concern us. Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam is good, but national interest comes first.
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Arjun K
The India-Middle East Europe Economic Corridor is a game-changer! This will create so many opportunities for our youth. Hope they finalize the EU trade agreement soon - our exports will get a big boost.
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Sarah B
As someone working in tech, I'm excited about India hosting the AI Impact Summit in 2026. This shows how far we've come in technology leadership. Hope this brings more investment in our startup ecosystem.
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Michael C
India's neutral stance in global conflicts is actually its strength. Unlike Western countries who take sides, India can mediate effectively because it maintains relationships with all parties. Smart diplomacy!
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Ananya R
I appreciate PM Meloni's warm words about PM Modi, but I hope this partnership brings tangible benefits to ordinary Indians. Sometimes these high-level meetings don't translate to ground-level improvements for common people.
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Vikram M
Defence and space cooperation with Italy is crucial for our strategic interests. With China's growing influence, we need strong European partners. Good to see our foreign policy working effectively.

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