'Significant progress in ties', says PM Modi after meeting Dutch PM Rob Jetten
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Dutch PM Rob Jetten have elevated India-Netherlands relations to a strategic partnership following extensive talks. The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in various sectors, including trade, healthcare, and innovation. Modi emphasized India's economic growth and invited Dutch companies to explore opportunities in India.
- ▪India and the Netherlands have decided to elevate their relationship to the strategic partnership level.
- ▪Bilateral trade between the two countries reached USD 27.8 billion in 2024-25.
- ▪Modi highlighted the importance of cooperation in areas such as water, healthcare, and education.
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'Significant progress in ties', says PM Modi after meeting Dutch PM Rob JettenModi began his two-day visit to The Hague on Friday as part of a four-nation trip to Europe that is aimed at ramping up bilateral ties in a range of key areas.Published on: May 17, 2026 4:38 AM ISTPTIShare viaCopy link India and the Netherlands on Saturday decided to elevate their relationship to the strategic partnership level following extensive talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Dutch counterpart Rob Jetten amid shifting global geopolitics.India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, left, shakes hands with Netherland's Prime Minister Rob Jetten (AP)Modi began his two-day visit to The Hague on Friday as part of four-nation trip to Europe that is aimed at ramping up bilateral ties in a range of key…
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