Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to visit India from February 21-22, aiming to strengthen Indo-Hellenic ties and strategic partnership. The visit will focus on economic growth, security, defense, and shared interests in multilateral forums, as well as participation in the 9th Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi.
In a significant diplomatic engagement poised to bolster Indo-Hellenic ties, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is slated for a state visit to India from February 21-22, upon the hearty invitation of his Indian counterpart, Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This landmark visit, the first of its kind in 15 years, not only underscores the warmth and depth of the relationship between Greece and India but also sets the stage for Mitsotakis to grace the 9th Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi as the Chief Guest and Keynote Speaker. Amidst a global backdrop of shifting alliances and emerging challenges, this visit is more than a ceremonial gesture—it is a testament to the shared ambitions and mutual respect that bind these two ancient civilizations.
At the heart of this historic visit lies an agenda that is both broad and ambitious. India and Greece, nations that boast rich cultural legacies and burgeoning aspirations on the world stage, are poised to deepen their strategic partnership with a keen eye on economic growth, security, and defense. The collaboration extends beyond the traditional realms, encompassing shared interests in multilateral forums, signifying a profound mutual commitment to shaping a more secure and prosperous global order. The significance of military cooperation, marked by active participation from the Indian Air Force and Navy, heralds a new era of defense diplomacy between the two countries, underscoring the strategic depth of their partnership.
The Raisina Dialogue, a premier conference organized by the Observer Research Foundation, serves as the ideal platform for PM Mitsotakis to articulate Greece's vision for a collaborative future with India. With discussions that span defense, shipping, science and technology, education, culture, tourism, and agriculture, the dialogue promises to be a melting pot of ideas and initiatives aimed at forging closer ties. The visit, further enriched by Mitsotakis's journey to Mumbai accompanied by a robust business delegation, signals a clear intent to bolster economic ties and cultural exchanges. The ambitious goal to double bilateral trade by 2030, alongside efforts to enhance connectivity through direct flights, speaks volumes about the commitment to turn these visions into reality.
The Raisina Dialogue coincides with the G-20 Foreign Minister's Meeting in Brazil, presenting a unique confluence of global diplomatic activity. Despite the absence of U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan due to pressing domestic and international considerations, the presence of senior figures such as State Department official Richard Verma and U.S. Admiral John Aquilino underscores the global interest in the proceedings in New Delhi. The conference, kicking off with a keynote address by PM Mitsotakis and PM Modi, is not just a platform for bilateral engagement but a beacon of multilateral dialogue and cooperation. With several MoUs between Indian and Greek businesses on the horizon, the seeds of future collaborations are being sown, heralding a new chapter in Indo-Hellenic relations.
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