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Modi Declares 'Golden Era' for India-Europe Relations, Cites Netherlands as Key Partner

From Times of Oman · () English

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  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that 2026 will usher in a "Golden era of India-Europe relations."
  • He highlighted the Netherlands as India's largest European investor and second-largest trading partner.
  • Modi emphasized India's economic scale, stability, and ease of doing business, attracting over 300 Dutch companies.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has articulated a vision for a significantly strengthened India-Europe relationship, particularly emphasizing the burgeoning ties with the Netherlands. During a CEOs Roundtable in the Netherlands, Modi declared that 2026 marks the "onset of the Golden era of India-Europe relations." This optimistic outlook is underpinned by the substantial growth in trade and investment, evidenced by the presence of over 300 Dutch companies actively participating in India's economic narrative.

Today, more than 300 Dutch companies are part of the India story. Because of your vision and confidence in India, the Netherlands has become India's largest investor from Europe and the second-largest trading partner.

· Narendra ModiHighlighting the strong economic ties and investment from the Netherlands during the CEOs Roundtable.

The Netherlands holds a prominent position in India's international economic partnerships, serving as its largest investor from Europe and its second-largest trading partner overall. Modi lauded this strong connection, noting that Dutch companies are not merely brands in India but also serve as "brand ambassadors of India-Netherlands friendship." He specifically mentioned collaborations in advanced sectors like semiconductor manufacturing, with ASML signing an MOU with Tata, and highlighted Dutch contributions to transforming India's port, shipping, and logistics infrastructure through companies like APM, Damen, and Royal Vopak.

Friends, your companies are not just well-known brands in India, but also brand ambassadors of India-Netherlands friendship.

· Narendra ModiEmphasizing the deep connection and positive perception fostered by Dutch businesses operating in India.

Modi further underscored India's appeal as an investment destination by highlighting its status as the world's fastest-growing major economy and its vast talent pool. He assured investors of India's commitment to "scale and stability," pointing to continuous reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business and providing policy predictability. The Prime Minister's remarks reflect a strategic push to deepen economic engagement, positioning India as a reliable and dynamic partner for European businesses seeking growth and opportunity in a rapidly evolving global landscape. This narrative resonates strongly within India, showcasing the nation's increasing global economic influence and its successful integration into international value chains.

Today's India is a symbol of scale and stability.

· Narendra ModiDescribing India's economic environment to potential investors.
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