PM Modi Sweden visit LIVE: 'Rule of law and democracy unite India, Sweden', says PM Modi in Gothenburg

At the European Round Table for Industry, Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson says, "The European Union, Sweden and India, all recognise the immense potential that lies in deepening our partnership, not least when the world is as complicated and unpredictable as it obviously is today. PM Modi, your visit marks another milestone in the history of India-Sweden relations... We have a joint ambition to double our bilateral trade and investments within five years. With the current speed, I actually believe it could become a reality even sooner. The decisive conclusion of the India-EU FTA is largely due to the foresight, the determination and the personal leadership of PM Modi and President von der Leyen... I regard this FTA not as the end of the road, but the beginning of a new journey... Prime Minister Modi, I know the year 2047 holds a special meaning in India...you have laid out a clear vision for this occasion. Viksit Bharat. Sweden and the entire European Union will be India's partners on this journey all the way to 2047 and beyond."

At the European Round Table for Industry, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says, "It has only been a few months since you (PM Modi) hosted me in New Delhi for our ground-breaking EU-India summit. We succeeded indeed in concluding our landmark trade agreement – we call it the mother of all deals... we are committed to signing the agreement by the end of the year and making it fully operational at record speed..." She adds, "The trade agreement opened the door; an investment agreement walks us through this door. And from this foundation, member states like Sweden can build stronger bilateral ties with India. The new strategic partnership is proof of this. And this is exactly how it should be: the commitment to double economic exchange between the two countries in the next 5 years. That is the ambition that Europe needs. I hope that other member states will follow Sweden's good example."

During the joint press meet with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, PM Modi thanked Sweden for standing with India after last year’s Pahalgam terror attack. Calling terrorism a threat to all humanity, Modi said India will continue its fight against terrorism and against those who support such activities.

PM Narendra Modi said India and Sweden are steadily expanding cooperation in the defence sector and are now working towards building long-term industrial infrastructure partnerships. He said both countries discussed ways to further strengthen collaboration during bilateral talks in Sweden.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India and Sweden share a strong relationship based on democracy, rule of law and human-centric innovation. Addressing a joint press conference with Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson, Modi said both countries strongly believe in sustainability and democratic values.

Prime Minister Modi, Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson address joint press meet.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday was conferred with the Royal Order of Polar Star, Commander Grand Cross, which is Sweden's highest honour. This is the 31st global order that the prime minister has received. Read the full story here. 

After arriving in Sweden's Gothenburg, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held delegation-level talks with his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson.

On PM Modi's visit to the country marking the first standalone bilateral visit by an Indian PM in 43 years, Owner, Chairman, and CEO of Hadeland Glassverk, Atle Brynestad says, "It's very, important that he finds time to come to Norway. He's a world leader today. He's working for peace, for his own people, for peace in the world, for free trade and also for animal welfare, which is very important for me. I admire him a lot and I'm so honoured that he will come to Norway..."

On PM Modi's visit to Sweden, a member of the Indian diaspora living in Sweden, Nivedita, says, "In Sweden, we try to uphold our culture. It was like a dream come true for all of us, like when he (PM Modi) greeted us in Bengali... we congratulate him for his historic win... we all NRIs, Bengalis and Indians, support him from here, and we were mesmerised to have him here, and it was a dream come true for us."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets the members of the Indian diaspora and people gathered to welcome him at the hotel he is staying at in Sweden's Gothenburg.

After welcoming PM Narendra Modi at the airport, Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson tweets, "My friend, a very warm welcome to Sweden once again. Two democracies, one strong partnership."

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal posts, "A successful visit concludes! PM concluded a productive visit to the Netherlands and emplaned for Sweden. Reflecting the warmth of India-Netherlands ties, he was seen off by PM Rob Jetten at the airport.The visit witnessed several substantive outcomes, including the launch of a new Roadmap for Strategic Partnership, which will further deepen India-Netherlands ties and expand avenues for cooperation across key sectors."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Gothenburg, where he was accorded a warm welcome by Sweden PM Ulf Kristersson at the airport.  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is on a five day foreign tour is all set to reach Sweden in a short while from now. Swedish Gripen fighter jets escort PM Modi’s plane as he enters Sweden. 

Awaiting PM Modi's arrival for the third leg of his five-nation visit, a member of ISCKON, Kamala Priya says, "We are welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Sweden. Hare Krishna"

Awaiting PM Modi's arrival for the third leg of his five-nation visit, a member of the India diaspora, Soniya says, "We are very excited that PM Modi is about to visit... This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for us... This is a dream come true for us."

PM Narendra Modi shares glimpses from his visit to the Netherlands. PM Modi tweeted, "My Netherlands visit has added new momentum to India-Netherlands ties. From elevating our relationship to a Strategic Partnership to expanding cooperation in water resources, semiconductors, innovation, defence, sustainability and mobility, we have charted an ambitious roadmap for the future. I express my gratitude to PM Rob Jetten for the warm hospitality and for personally coming to the airport to bid farewell.  I am confident that the friendship between India and the Netherlands will continue to grow stronger in the years to come."

India and Sweden are expected to push for stronger collaboration in emerging sectors including sustainable infrastructure, green transition projects, advanced manufacturing and digital innovation. Business leaders from both countries are also likely to participate in investment-focused interactions during the visit.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to hold detailed discussions with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson on strengthening cooperation in clean energy, digital technology, defence innovation and investment. Both sides are also likely to discuss expanding economic ties and strategic collaboration.

Most of Prime Minister Modi’s official engagements in Sweden will take place in Gothenburg, the country’s second-largest city and a major industrial and maritime hub. High-level meetings, business interactions and delegation-level talks are scheduled during the two-day visit.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has departed for Gothenburg, Sweden, marking the third stop of his ongoing six-nation Europe-West Asia diplomatic tour. The visit is expected to focus heavily on trade expansion, green technology partnerships and innovation-led cooperation between India and Sweden.