Prime Minister Narendra Modi has met world leaders, including from France, UK, Italy, Indonesia, and Portugal on the sidelines of the G20 Summit here and discussed ways to improve and strengthen ties.
Meeting French President Emmanuel Macron, PM Modi discussed ways to keep working closely in sectors such as space, energy, and AI.
"It is always a matter of immense joy to meet my friend, President Emmanuel Macron," Modi said in a post on X, adding, "We talked about how India and France will keep working closely in sectors like space, energy, AI and other such futuristic areas. Our nations will also work closely to enhance people-to-people linkages".
PM Modi meeting UK counterpart Keir Starmer on the sidelines of the G20 Summit expressed eagerness to work closely in areas such as technology, green energy, security, innovation, and technology.
"Had an extremely productive meeting with Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Rio de Janeiro. For India, the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the UK is of immense priority. In the coming years, we are eager to work closely in technology, green energy, security, innovation, and technology. We also want to add strength to trade as well as cultural linkages," the prime minister added.
Further, the prime minister met his Italian counterpart, Giorgia Meloni, to discuss ways to deepen ties in defence, security, trade, and technology.
"Glad to have met Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the Rio de Janeiro G20 Summit. Our talks centered around deepening ties in defence, security, trade, and technology. We also talked about how to boost cooperation in culture, education, and other such areas. India-Italy friendship can greatly contribute to a better planet," Modi posted on X.
He also met Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto during the G20 Summit in Brazil and both leaders discussed ways to improve ties in security and healthcare.
"Delighted to meet President Prabowo Subianto during the G20 Summit in Brazil. This year is special as we are marking 75 years of India-Indonesia diplomatic relations. Our talks focussed on improving ties in commerce, security, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and more," Modi posted on X along with pictures.
Modi also met his counterpart from Portugal and talks between both leaders focussed on adding more vigour to the economic linkages between the two countries.
"Had a very good meeting with Prime Minister of Portugal, Mr. Luís Montenegro. India cherishes the long-standing ties with Portugal. Our talks focussed on adding more vigour to our economic linkages. Sectors like renewable energy and green hydrogen offer many opportunities for collaboration. We also talked about strong defence relations, people-to-people linkages, and other such subjects," the post cites.
During the G20 Summit, IMF deputy managing director Gita Gopinath also met Prime Minister Modi.
Earlier, PM Modi met US President Joe Biden and briefly interacted with him.
It is not immediately known what transpired between Modi and Biden. Modi also interacted with several world leaders, including from Brazil, Singapore, and Spain, on the sidelines of the G20 Summit on Monday.
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