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Prime Minister Narendra Modi warmly welcomed Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The two leaders exchanged pleasantries and planted a sapling together, symbolizing the growth of bilateral relations. This marks President Ukhnaa's first visit to India as head of state, accompanied by a high-level delegation including ministers and business leaders. The visit reinforces the seven-decade-old strategic partnership between the two nations across multiple sectors including defense, energy, and cultural cooperation.

Key Points: PM Modi Meets Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa in Delhi

  • Leaders planted sapling together symbolizing growing bilateral relations
  • Mongolian delegation paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat
  • Visit includes high-level delegation of ministers and business leaders
  • Strategic partnership spans defense, energy, IT and cultural cooperation
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa

PM Narendra Modi welcomes Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa on his state visit, reinforcing India-Mongolia strategic partnership through diplomatic engagements.

"Reinforcing the deep civilizational bonds between our countries. - Randhir Jaiswal, MEA Spokesperson"

New Delhi, October 14

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the President of Mongolia, Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, here in the national capital on Tuesday. The two leaders exchanged pleasantries and also planted a sapling.

The two leaders shook hands and expressed warmth and bonhomie upon their meeting at the Hyderabad House.

They also planted a sapling together.

Earlier today, President Ukhnaa laid a wreath and paid tributes at the Rajghat along with several members of the Mongolian delegation. He signed the guest book and was presented with a bust and a book of Mahatma Gandhi.

The Mongolian President arrived in Delhi on Monday for a four-day state visit. He was received at the airport by Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called on Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa and lauded his "warm sentiments" on advancing the strategic partnership between the countries.

"Reinforcing the deep civilizational bonds between our countries. President Mr. Khurelsukh Ukhnaa of Mongolia has arrived in New Delhi on a State Visit to India. He was accorded a Guard of Honour and ceremonial welcome at the airport. Warmly received by MoS Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X on Monday.

Ukhnaa is being accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising Cabinet Ministers, Members of Parliament, senior officials, business leaders, and cultural representatives.

This is Ukhnaa's first visit to India in his capacity as Head of State of Mongolia.

Diplomatic relations between India and Mongolia were established in 1955. Over the past seven decades, the two countries have developed a close and multifaceted partnership, anchored in shared cultural and spiritual links and democratic values. The partnership spans across sectors such as defence and security, parliamentary exchanges, development partnership, energy, mining, information technology, education, healthcare, and cultural cooperation.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great diplomatic move! Mongolia is strategically important and shares our democratic values. The 70-year relationship deserves more attention and investment. More such engagements please!
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the diplomatic efforts, I hope such visits translate into concrete benefits for ordinary Indians. We need to see actual outcomes in trade, jobs, and strategic advantages, not just photo ops.
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Sarah B
The cultural and spiritual connections mentioned are fascinating! Mongolia and India both have rich Buddhist traditions. Would love to see more student exchange programs and tourism initiatives between our countries.
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Vikram M
Good to see India expanding its diplomatic footprint. Mongolia can be an important partner in countering Chinese influence in the region. The defense and security cooperation mentioned is particularly significant.
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Kavya N
The gesture of presenting Gandhi's bust and book is so meaningful! It shows we're sharing our values and philosophy. Hope this visit strengthens people-to-people connections 🤝

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