India's aspirations ‘no longer limited to its borders’: Modi to diaspora in Netherlands
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's growing global aspirations during his visit to the Netherlands, emphasizing transformation, youth ambition, and strengthened bilateral ties. He addressed the Indian diaspora in The Hague, promoted India as a land of opportunity, and underscored collaboration with the Netherlands in technology, sustainability, and trade. The visit included the return of 11th-century Chola-era copper plates and discussions with Dutch royalty and officials on deepening strategic partnerships.
- ▪Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Indian diaspora in The Hague, stating that India's aspirations are no longer limited to its borders.
- ▪The Netherlands returned the 11th-century Chola-era Anaimangalam copper plates to India, significant artifacts of Tamil heritage held in Leiden since 1862.
- ▪Modi met King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima to discuss cooperation in technology, innovation, sustainable growth, and water resources.
- ▪India and the Netherlands are working together on green hydrogen, supply chain resilience, and positioning the Netherlands as a gateway for Indian businesses in Europe.
- ▪The Prime Minister's visit is part of a five-nation European tour aimed at strengthening ties in trade, technology, defence, and renewable energy.
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Describing India as a “land of opportunities”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (May 16, 2026) said that the country is undergoing an “unprecedented transformation” and its aspirations are “no longer limited to its borders”.Addressing the Indian community in The Hague, the Prime Minister also said that India is dreaming big and its youth aspires to reach the sky. Chola-era Anaimangalam Plates, in possession of Leiden University since 1862, returned to IndiaMr. Modi also met King of the Netherlands Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima on Saturday (May 16, 2026) and discussed issues of mutual interest. He is also scheduled to meet his Dutch counterpart Rob Jetten.“Met His Majesty King Willem-Alexander and Her Majesty Queen Máxima at the Royal Palace.
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