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India and Italy have enhanced their ties to a Special Strategic Partnership and agreed on a joint roadmap for global cooperation.
Published On Thu, 21 May 2026
Asian Horizon Network
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Italy elevated India–Italy ties to a Special Strategic Partnership, backed by a 2025–2029 roadmap for cooperation. Both sides agreed to expand collaboration in trade, defence, clean energy, innovation, and culture, aiming for €20 billion in annual trade by 2029. Modi highlighted a shared model of “Design and Develop in India and Italy, Deliver for the World.” The visit also strengthened defence cooperation and reinforced joint efforts on global issues, including West Asia and Ukraine, while both countries pushed for closer economic and technological ties.
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