Strengthening Indo-Norwegian economic corridors took center stage in Oslo, where MEA’s Sibi George dialogued with Trade and Industry State Secretary Ragnhild Schonander Sirsatd. The parley prioritized investment amplification in green and blue sectors amid the India-EFTA-TEPA framework.
Spokesperson Jaiswal tweeted about the constructive session on economic fortification. Defining terms: blue tech pioneers ocean-centric advancements for healthier seas and marine economies; green tech pioneers planet-sparing innovations for sustainability.
Echoing the India-EU FTA momentum from the New Delhi summit—where Modi and von der Leyen signed off on tariff eliminations for 90%+ EU goods (machinery -44%, chemicals -22%, pharma -11%, aircraft/chemicals zeroed out, beer at 50%)—these talks signal expansive opportunities.
George connected with local Indians, applauding their linkage role and detailing EFTA/EU pacts, Global South stewardship, and India’s world-stage evolution. The embassy amplified his diaspora-centric narrative on growth enablers.
Welcomed heartily by Ambassador Gangte, George’s visit featured the 12th Foreign Office huddle with Larsen to intensify domain-specific collaborations. From 1947 origins, bilateral warmth persists via common commitments to democracy, human rights, and juridical order, heralding a vibrant partnership phase.