Murmu becomes 1st Indian President to visit Slovakia in 29 years
President Droupadi Murmu has made history by becoming the first Indian President to visit Slovakia in 29 years, marking a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between the two nations. The President arrived in Slovakia on Wednesday, in the second leg of her two-nation State visit, following her earlier visit to Portugal.
As per reports, President Murmu was conferred with the ‘City Key of Honour’ in Lisbon during her visit to Portugal, a rare honor bestowed upon dignitaries who have made significant contributions to the city’s development. The President’s visit to Slovakia is a testament to the growing ties between the two nations, and her meetings with Slovakian President Peter Pellegrini and other officials are expected to be fruitful.
Slovakia is a member of the European Union and the Schengen Area, and the visit is significant in light of India’s growing economic and strategic ties with the EU. India and Slovakia have been strengthening their bilateral relations in recent years, with cooperation agreements signed in various sectors, including trade, education, and culture.
During her visit, President Murmu is expected to hold delegation-level talks with Slovakian President Peter Pellegrini and other officials, discussing key areas of cooperation and trade. The two nations have been working together on various projects, including a solar power project and a collaboration in the field of aircraft maintenance. The visit is also expected to strengthen people-to-people ties between the two nations, with cultural exchange programs and educational initiatives also on the agenda.
Slovakia has been a key partner for India in the EU, and the country’s membership in the Schengen Area has opened up new opportunities for trade and economic cooperation. India has been expanding its trade relations with the EU, and the country’s exports to the region have been growing steadily. The visit is expected to further boost trade ties between the two nations, with a focus on increasing bilateral trade and investment.
President Murmu’s visit to Slovakia is also significant in light of India’s growing strategic ties with the region. Slovakia is a key player in the European security architecture, and the country’s membership in NATO and the EU has given it a prominent role in regional security affairs. India has been strengthening its strategic ties with the region, and the visit is expected to further enhance cooperation on security and defense issues.
In conclusion, President Droupadi Murmu’s visit to Slovakia is a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between the two nations, marking the first visit by an Indian President in 29 years. The visit is expected to strengthen bilateral ties, boost trade and economic cooperation, and enhance strategic relations between the two nations. As India continues to expand its global footprint, the visit is a testament to the country’s growing influence on the global stage.
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