'Political Miracle': Slovakia PM Congratulates Modi On Becoming Longest-Serving PM

Published 15 June 2026 · india

'Political Miracle': Slovakia PM Congratulates Modi On Becoming Longest-Serving PM Published By, Last Updated: June 15, 2026, 16:25 IST The exchange of greetings follows Modi’s

'Political Miracle': Slovakia PM Congratulates Modi On Becoming Longest-Serving PM Published By, Last Updated: June 15, 2026, 16:25 IST The exchange of greetings follows Modi’s achievement of a historic milestone on June 10, when he completed 12 years at the helm of the Central government. Rapid Read Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Slovakia PM Robert Fico Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico on Monday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for becoming the longest democratically elected PM of India, calling it “a political miracle". After concluding his visit to France on Sunday, PM Modi is currently on a three-day visit to Slovakia. During his stop in Nice, he and Macron jointly inaugurated the Bharat Innovates 2026 Conclave, a major event bringing together start-ups, innovators and industry leaders from India, France and across the world. In Bratislava, PM Fico congratulated his Indian counterpart for successfully becoming the longest-serving Prime Minister. This is the first-ever visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia. “Mr Prime Minister, I congratulate you on being the longest-serving PM in India. This is like a political miracle," he said. “I am also interested in cooperation in the field of defence industry." #WATCH | Bratislava | Prime Minister of Slovakia, Robert Fico, says, “Mr Prime Minister, I congratulate you on being the longest serving PM in India.

This is like a political miracle." pic.twitter.com/4KRXXEW9Q ANI (@ANI) June 15, 2026 Pointing out that India-EU FTA is one of the most ambitious free trade agreements, Fico assured that Slovakia “will take the necessary and practical steps for the implementation of this agreement". He also said the bilateral relations will be elevated to “comprehensive and strategic collaboration". Check G7 Summit LIVE Updates The exchange of greetings follows PM Modi’s achievement of a historic milestone on June 10, when he became India’s longest-serving Prime Minister, completing 12 years at the helm of the Central government. Congratulations have poured in for PM Modi from Ethiopia to South Korea. On Sunday, the Serbian PM congratulated Modi on becoming India’s longest-serving elected head of government while underscoring the deepening ties between New Delhi and Belgrade. PM Modi’s Address In Slovakia Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised that India and Slovakia are “moving forward in close coordination on the global stage". “He is an experienced leader and a true friend of India. His friendship and unwavering commitment have played a significant role in elevating India-Slovakia relations to new heights. I am delighted to have had the opportunity to meet him today and witness a historic moment in our relations. This is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia.