Narendra Modi on Thursday said that India and Finland are working to strengthen their strategic partnership in digitisation and sustainability, which will further expand cooperation in high-tech sectors such as artificial intelligence, 6G technology, clean energy and quantum computing.
The remarks came during bilateral talks between Prime Minister Modi and Alexander Stubb during the Finnish President’s visit to India.
Cooperation Expanding in High-Tech Sectors
Highlighting the growing collaboration between the two countries, Prime Minister Modi said that partnerships in emerging technologies are adding new momentum to India–Finland relations.
He noted that cooperation in artificial intelligence, next-generation telecom technologies, clean energy solutions and quantum computing is opening new opportunities for innovation, investment and technological development.
Free Trade Agreement to Boost Trade and Investment
Prime Minister Modi also pointed out that the historic Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union earlier this year is expected to further accelerate trade, investment and technology partnerships between India and Finland.
The agreement is expected to create new opportunities for businesses and deepen economic engagement between the two nations.
Finland President Attends Raisina Dialogue as Chief Guest
Welcoming President Alexander Stubb on his first visit to India as Finland’s President, Modi said it was an honour for India to host him as the Chief Guest at the Raisina Dialogue.
The Prime Minister noted that the world is currently facing multiple geopolitical challenges—from conflicts in Ukraine to West Asia—and in this context, India and Europe are entering a new phase of stronger cooperation.
High-Level Talks Held at Hyderabad House
The bilateral meeting between the two leaders took place at Hyderabad House, where discussions were held on strengthening strategic relations and expanding bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.
According to India’s Ministry of External Affairs, the talks covered a wide range of issues aimed at enhancing partnership between the two countries.
Discussion on Regional and Global Issues
Both leaders also exchanged views on regional and global developments and explored possibilities for increased cooperation on multilateral platforms.
Following the talks, Prime Minister Modi hosted a luncheon in honour of President Stubb.
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar Also Meets Finnish President
Earlier, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also met President Alexander Stubb and discussed bilateral relations ahead of the high-level meeting with Prime Minister Modi.
Jaishankar said he was looking forward to President Stubb’s keynote address at the Raisina Dialogue, where the Finnish leader will share his views on global strategic issues.
