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  PM MODI VISIT TO ITALY Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Rome for a two-day visit (19-20 May 2026) to Italy, marking the final leg of his five-nation tour. He was received at the airport by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani. This visit is taking place at the invitation of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. PM Modi had previously visited Italy in June 2024 to attend the G7 Summit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm reception from members of the Indian diaspora after arriving in Rome. A large number of community members gathered to welcome the Prime Minister outside his hotel, where cultural performances were also organised to mark his arrival in the Italian capital. Five Italian artists performed the "Hamsadhwani" during the community event. PM Modi interacted with members of the Indian community and acknowledged greetings from supporters gathered at the venue. Indian music is getting ver...

  First Prime Ministerial Visit from India to Norway in 43 Years Prime Minister Narendra Modi  visited Norway from May 18-19, in the fourth leg of his foreign tour to attend the 3rd India- Nordic Summit   bringing together leaders of the five Nordic Countries of Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, and Denmark. This will be PM Modi’s first visit to Norway and the first Prime Ministerial visit from India to the country in 43 years. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre broke protocol at the airport to receive PM Modi. PM Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian community after arriving in Oslo for his State visit to Norway. Members of the Indian diaspora gathered to greet the Prime Minister, waving Indian flags and chanting “Modi, Modi”. PM Modi also witnessed cultural and musical performances organized in his honour and interacted with young girls who performed a traditional dance to welcome him. He will also review the progress made in India-Norway relations and explore ave...

  PM MODI VISIT TO SWEDEN Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Gothenburg, Sweden, on May 17, 2026—the third leg of his five-nation tour—at the invitation of Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson. He was warmly welcomed at the airport by his Swedish counterpart, Ulf Kristersson, a gesture that underscores the significance of this visit. The Prime Minister had earlier visited Sweden in 2018 for the first-ever India-Nordic Summit. This established a primary gateway for India's engagement with the broader Nordic region, emphasizing shared values ​​and mutual prosperity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was greeted with a celebratory traditional Bengali cultural performance upon his arrival at his hotel in Gothenburg.  An enthusiastic crowd of well-wishers, proudly waving the Indian tricolour, lined the venue to cheer the Prime Minister, creating an electric, festive atmosphere that seamlessly bridged Indian traditions with the Swedish setting. His visit has generated strong enthu...

  PM MODI IN NETHERLANDS Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Netherlands on 16 May 2026 for the second leg of his five-nation European tour. Undertaken at the invitation of Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten, this visit—spanning The Hague and Amsterdam—aimed primarily to strengthen the strategic partnership through 2026–2030, forge agreements in the fields of semiconductors and green energy, and facilitate the repatriation of historical artifacts. Upon his arrival in the Netherlands, he received a grand welcome. The reception featured dance performances in various styles, including Kathak, Odissi, Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, and Mohiniyattam. It also featured a Garba performance. This marks the Prime Minister's second visit to the Netherlands; he had previously visited the country in 2017. Prime Minister Modi's visit is part of India's ongoing efforts, spanning the last few years, to deepen its ties with Europe. These efforts culminated earlier this year in the India-E...

  PM VISIT TO THE UAE Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the United Arab Emirates on May 15 , 2026 , as part of the first leg of his five-nation tour, where he received a grand welcome in Abu Dhabi. Upon his arrival in the UAE, Prime Minister Modi was accorded a Guard of Honour. Senior UAE officials welcomed him at the airport. This visit is considered significant in further strengthening the strategic partnership between India and the UAE. During this visit, Prime Minister Modi discussed bilateral relations, energy cooperation, investment, and regional issues with the UAE leadership. THE PRIMARY FOCUS OF THE PRIME MINISTER's VISIT IS ENERGY Significant agreements are expected to be finalized between the two nations during PM Modi's tour of the UAE. These discussions will specifically address energy due to the conflict involving Iran. Against this backdrop, India is poised to seal cooperation in the context of the prevailing global situation. Supply chains have been disr...