Prime Minister Modi’s stewardship is propelling India onto the world stage, much to the delight of Sweden’s Ambassador Jan Thesleff. In an in-depth discussion, he celebrated the India-EU Free Trade Agreement as a historic pact fortifying ties amid economic headwinds.
Having witnessed India’s ascent over three-plus years, Thesleff highlighted G20 successes and the forthcoming AI Impact Summit. ‘India’s presence benefits the globe,’ he declared, emphasizing collaborative leadership.
The FTA counters tariff volatility by affirming mutual commitments. ‘It shows we can unite under a rules-based system with dependable tariffs—India is our trusted counterpart,’ he explained.
Sweden champions UN overhaul for India’s Security Council permanency, viewing it essential for equity. Regarding supply chains, Thesleff stressed diversification’s necessity, with the FTA enabling resilient routes through India’s factories hosting Swedish giants.
He spotlighted India’s innovative talent reservoir, urging more postgrad flows to Sweden for green innovation and connectivity. ‘Build on your excellent foundations with us,’ he invited.
Thesleff’s optimistic outlook frames India as a stability pillar, driving prosperity via strategic pacts and human capital.