India, Sweden Upgrade Ties To Strategic Partnership, PM Modi Hails Cooperation Amid Global Crisis

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• India, Sweden Upgrade Ties To Strategic Partnership, PM Modi Hails Cooperation Amid Global Crisis Published By, Last Updated: May 17, 2026, 23:28 IST PM Modi said India and Sweden will move forward on key pillars such as the green transition, defense, emerging technologies, and people-to-people ties.
• Rapid Read PM Modi speaking at at European Round Table for Industry.
• (MEA) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday announced that India had elevated ties with Sweden to a strategic partnership, adding that cooperation between the two democracies was important in a turbulent global political landscape.
• Speaking at a press statement at the European Round Table for Industry, PM Modi said, “The relationship between India and Sweden is built on strong foundations of democratic values, the rule of law, and human-centric development.
• Both countries view prosperity as a means of progress, sustainability as a responsibility, and democracy as a source of strength." This came...