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United News of India
5 hours ago
- Politics
- United News of India
PM Modi terms visit to Croatia a special one; is welcomed by Indian diaspora, Sanskrit chants
Zagreb (Croatia), June 18 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today termed his visit to Croatia as a special one, it being the first ever by an Indian Prime Minister to the central European nation. He thanked Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for the special gesture of welcoming him at the airport. In a post on X, the PM said: 'A short while ago, landed in Zagreb, Croatia. This is a special visit, the first ever by an Indian Prime Minister to a valued European partner. I am grateful to Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for the special gesture of welcoming me at the airport.' The Indian community also gave a rousing welcome to the PM. 'Croatia's Indian community has contributed to Croatia's progress and also remained in touch with their roots in India. In Zagreb, I interacted with some members of the Indian community, who accorded me an unforgettable welcome. There is immense enthusiasm among the Indian community here about this visit and its impact in making the bond between our nations stronger than ever before!' Later, the PM was treated to the chanting of Sanskrit shlokas by a group in Zagreb. The PM who was seen appreciating the chanting, posted on X: 'The bonds of culture are strong and vibrant! Here is a part of the welcome in Zagreb. Happy to see Indian culture has so much respect in Croatia' The two nations are expected to sign a number of memorandums and bilateral agreements across various sectors, including agriculture, culture, and education, during the talks between Prime Minister Modi and Croatian PM Plenkovic. In the evening, the PM is to meet President Zoran Milanović. 'India is one of Croatia's most important partners in Asia. This is a historic, first visit by an Indian Prime Minister. It is the world's most populous country, with 1.44 billion people,' said PM Plenković at a government session on Wednesday. He described the bilateral relations between the two countries as good and 'on the rise,' adding that Modi is visiting Croatia at his invitation, following the G7 summit in Canada. India officially recognised Croatia in May 1992, and diplomatic relations were established in July of the same year. Croatia and India have rarely exchanged visits at the highest level. President Stjepan Mesić paid an official visit to India in 2002, and then-President of India Ram Nath Kovind made a return visit in 2019. According to data, trade between the two countries from January to November 2024 amounted to approximately USD 306 million, with Croatia running a significant trade deficit. UNI RN
Time of India
7 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Cheers And Chants Echo As Modi Arrives In Zagreb On First-Ever Visit By An Indian PM To Croatia
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Croatia on the final leg of his three-nation tour, following his visit to the G7 Summit in Canada. He was accorded a ceremonial welcome by Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković upon arrival in Zagreb, marking the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Croatia. During his visit, PM Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with his Croatian counterpart and meet President Zoran Milanović. He also interacted with members of the Indian diaspora, who gave him a warm and enthusiastic welcome at his hotel in Zagreb, highlighting strong cultural and community ties.#pmmodicroatia #modiinzagreb #indiacroatiaties #firstevervisit #g7summit #indiandiplomacy #bilateralrelations #globalindia #narendramodi #croatia #indiandiáspora #foreignvisit #worldleaders #diplomacy #internationalcooperation #europeanunion #pmmodi #indiangovernment #globaloutreach #historicmoment #toi #toibharat Read More
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First Post
10 hours ago
- Politics
- First Post
PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome in Croatia on historic first visit, interacts with Indian diaspora
'This is a special visit, the first ever by an Indian Prime Minister to a valued European partner. I am grateful to Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for the special gesture of welcoming me at the airport,' PM Modi wrote on X read more Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Zagreb on Tuesday, marking the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Croatia. In a post on X shortly after landing, Prime Minister Modi noted the historic nature of the visit and expressed gratitude to his Croatian counterpart, Prime Minister Andrej Plenković, for personally welcoming him at the airport. A short while ago, landed in Zagreb, Croatia. This is a special visit, the first ever by an Indian Prime Minister to a valued European partner. I am grateful to Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for the special gesture of welcoming me at the airport.@AndrejPlenkovic — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 18, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'This is a special visit, the first ever by an Indian Prime Minister to a valued European partner. I am grateful to Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for the special gesture of welcoming me at the airport,' PM Modi wrote on X. PM Modi also interacted with members of the Indian diaspora upon his arrival at a hotel in Zagreb, marking the final leg of his three-nation tour. Kathak artistes performed before PM Modi with the rhythmic beats of India's classical dance form. #WATCH | Zagreb, Croatia | Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets and interacts with members of the Indian diaspora as he arrives at a hotel in Zagreb, Croatia. At the invitation of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Croatia, Andrej Plenković, PM Modi is paying an official… — ANI (@ANI) June 18, 2025 The visit to Croatia follows earlier stops in Cyprus and Canada, where he took part in the G7 Summit. PM Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome upon his arrival in Croatia. The visit is being hailed as a key milestone in India-Croatia relations, aimed at deepening bilateral ties and exploring new areas of cooperation. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD During his stay, PM Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković and also meet President Zoran Milanović. Discussions are expected to focus on enhancing cooperation in trade, technology, culture, and other areas of mutual interest. The visit also highlights India's broader commitment to strengthening its partnerships across the European Union. Earlier, PM Modi described his visit to Canada as 'productive' and said the G7 Summit witnessed fruitful discussions on diverse global issues. Concluding a productive Canada visit. Thankful to the Canadian people and Government for hosting a successful G7 Summit, which witnessed fruitful discussions on diverse global issues. We remain committed to furthering global peace, prosperity and sustainability. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 18, 2025 'Concluding a productive Canada visit. Thankful to the Canadian people and Government for hosting a successful G7 Summit, which witnessed fruitful discussions on diverse global issues. We remain committed to furthering global peace, prosperity and sustainability,' PM Modi said in a post on X. PM Modi participated in the Outreach Session of the G7 Summit in Kananaskis and addressed a Session on 'Energy Security: diversification, technology and infrastructure to ensure access and affordability in a changing world'. In his address, he highlighted that energy security was among the leading challenges facing future generations. While elaborating on India's commitment to inclusive growth, he noted that availability, accessibility, affordability and acceptability were the principles that underpinned India's approach to energy security. Highlighting India's commitment to a sustainable and green future, he underscored that India has undertaken several global initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, Global Biofuels Alliance, Mission LiFE and One Sun- One World- One Grid, and called upon the international community to further strengthen them. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD With inputs from agencies
Euronews
30-04-2025
- Politics
- Euronews
Croatia is pushing for Bosnia's EU membership, PM Plenković tells Euronews
ADVERTISEMENT In an exclusive interview with Euronews, Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković voiced strong support for Bosnia and Herzegovina's accession to the European Union, while also expressing concern over ongoing political instability in the region. Plenković emphasised that EU enlargement should be a strategic priority, particularly in the Western Balkans. Highlighting Bosnia's importance, he said: "We as Croatia would very much like to see that Bosnia and Herzegovina as our immediate neighbour, a country where Croats are constituent and people with equal rights with Bosniaks and Serbs should towards the dynamics that other countries of the region have and we want to help them." Bosnia has long aspired to join the European Union, but progress has been hindered by internal divisions between the three main ethnic groups — Bosniaks, Serbs and Croats — and a complex political structure created by the 1995 Dayton Agreement, which ended the Bosnian War. The country is divided into two entities or main administrative units: the Bosniak-Croat majority Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) and the Serb-dominated Republika Srpska (RS) with an umbrella state-level government in Sarajevo. This, and further administrative divisions, have created a system often described as the world's most complex democracy, which remains heavily reliant on consensus by all three main ethnic groups. Plenković expressed particular concern about secessionist rhetoric and actions coming from the RS, led by nationalist Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik. "We would very much like that Bosnia and Herzegovina shifts from potential instability. And these tendencies of secession when it comes to the Republika Srpska to a more harmonious and functional situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina where the EU path and reforms which are beneficial to citizens both in economic and social terms are implemented," Plenković explained. He warned that delays in EU integration could allow other global powers to expand their influence in the region. "The more slower the process is, the more influence of other global actors in the region we have, whether it's Russia, whether it is China, whether is some other countries," Plenković explained. "And therefore we are advocating a structured and dynamic process." Plenković wants the issue of Bosnia's EU membership — and the broader future of the Western Balkans — to be on the agenda of the June European Council meeting.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Europe's gas safe: Ukraine offers its gas storage facilities to Croatia
Ukraine and Croatia have discussed strengthening Europe's energy security, particularly through the use of Ukrainian gas storage facilities. Source: Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal at a briefing with his Croatian counterpart Andrej Plenković Quote from Shmyhal: "This concerns the use of Ukrainian gas storage facilities, which are the largest on the continent – 31 billion cubic metres. This can become a strong gas safe for Europe, where Croatia can store its own gas resources. I am confident that this area of cooperation has significant prospects." Background: Ukraine and Poland are planning to establish an Eastern European gas hub to supply the region with gas from alternative, non-Russian sources. Support UP or become our patron!
