Diplomatic momentum peaked in New Delhi on Thursday when Prime Minister Narendra Modi convened with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof and Swiss President Guy Parmelin amid the AI Impact Summit. The meetings charted ambitious courses in AI utilization, trade facilitation, and joint security efforts.
Modi and Schoof converged on AI as a catalyst for transformative change in economies and societies. They renewed pledges for the India-EU FTA’s early execution, alongside deepening tech and innovation links between India and the Netherlands. A shared resolve to combat terrorism capped the productive session.
India’s ties with the Netherlands are anchored in democratic ethos and diverse collaborations, with water management as a flagship initiative. Flood resilience, water purification tech, and knowledge partnerships exemplify their impactful synergy.
Modi’s session with Parmelin propelled discussions on India-EFTA TEPA, now in effect post-October 1, unlocking market opportunities across EFTA nations for Indian enterprises. Priorities included trade enhancement, investment quality, AI collaborations, and job opportunities for the younger generation.
These interactions herald a brighter era of Indo-European partnership, driving innovation, employment, and mutual growth. India’s vision for a tech-empowered world finds strong echoes in these European alliances.