India-Italy strengthen bilateral ties at G7 Summit

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi showcased their camaraderie during the recent G7 Summit in Italy, underscoring the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two nations.

A video posted by Meloni captured a light moment between the leaders, where they exchanged greetings as part of the "Melodi team."

This interaction followed their earlier selfie together, which had garnered attention across social media platforms.

During their meeting at the summit, Modi expressed gratitude to Meloni for India's inclusion as an outreach nation and commended the arrangements made for the event.

Discussions between the two leaders covered various aspects of cooperation, including defence, security, and strategic partnerships.

Both leaders affirmed their commitment to enhancing collaboration across multiple sectors, including commerce, energy, defence, and telecommunications.

They highlighted futuristic areas of mutual interest such as biofuels, food processing, and critical minerals, aiming to further solidify the India-Italy relationship on global platforms.

Modi also acknowledged Italy's recognition of India's contributions during World War II and announced plans to upgrade a memorial in Montone, Italy, in honor of these ties.

The G7 Summit, presided over by Italy and attended by leading industrialized nations and the European Union, provided a crucial platform for these discussions.

The engagements underscored a shared vision for advancing economic corridors and multilateral initiatives, strengthening ties between India, Italy, and the broader international community