Modi Celebrates Growing India-Netherlands Ties Amid Transformative Global Changes

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the strong people-to-people ties between India and the Netherlands on Saturday, describing The Hague as a 'living symbol of Indian friendship.' Addressing an Indian community event, he noted the enthusiastic reception as reminiscent of an Indian festival.

Modi highlighted the tulip's popularity in the Netherlands alongside India's lotus, symbolizing the strength and beauty derived from their respective roots. Addressing global challenges like the energy crisis, he stressed the need for resilient supply chains, with India and the Netherlands collaborating to establish future-ready systems.

India's transformation, driven by ambitions in AI and semiconductors, was underscored by Modi. He called upon the Indian diaspora to invest in the country's progress, highlighting bilateral collaborations in energy and water security. Modi celebrated the vibrant contributions of Indian professionals in technology and innovation as enhancing Indo-Dutch relations, noting sports and student exchanges further strengthen this partnership.

(With inputs from agencies.)