Italy's G7 Presidency Continuing India's G20 Priorities, Says Envoy

04 Mar, 2024

Italy's G7 Presidency Continuing India's G20 Priorities, Says Envoy

Italy and India are strengthening their strategic partnership, focusing on defense collaboration, connectivity projects, and addressing global challenges. The Italian G20 priorities align with bolstering the partnership between the two nations.

The relationship between India and Italy appears to be thriving, with both prime ministers fostering a positive rapport.

The momentum in their partnership reached a peak in 2023, following years of concerted efforts. A Plan of Action spanning 2020-2024, initiated in 2020, laid out clear priorities, objectives, and collaboration modalities, laying a robust foundation for expanding bilateral relations across political, economic, and cultural spheres.

A Joint Declaration signed by PM Modi and PM Meloni during her visit to India in March last year elevated Italy-India relations to a "strategic partnership," injecting fresh vigor into cooperation. This partnership enables collaboration in sensitive sectors such as defense, space, cybersecurity, connectivity, mobility, and energy transition. Indeed, 2023 marked a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between Italy and India, reflecting a remarkable year of progress and cooperation.