Prime Minister visits Afsluitdijk Dam

May 17th, 03:38 pm

PM Modi and Netherlands PM Jetten visited the Afsluitdijk. The PM's visit to Afsluitdijk, a 32-kilometer-long dam and causeway, put a spotlight on India’s ambitious Kalpasar project in Gujarat. The two leaders noted that Dutch expertise in hydraulic engineering and India’s scale of implementation present opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships.

India-Netherlands Joint Statement on the visit of Prime Minister of India to Netherlands

May 17th, 03:45 am

At the invitation of Netherlands PM Rob Jetten, PM Modi paid an official visit to the Netherlands. They held discussions and expressed their desire to further expand and deepen the multifaceted relationship between the two countries. Noting with satisfaction the progress achieved in recent years, they elevated bilateral ties to a 'Strategic Partnership' and welcomed the adoption of a Strategic Partnership Roadmap.

Roadmap of India-Netherlands Strategic Partnership [2026-2030]

May 17th, 03:15 am

During PM Modi’s state visit to the Netherlands, India and the Netherlands adopted the Roadmap of the India-Netherlands Strategic Partnership for the next five years (2026–2030). It includes areas such as political dialogue, economy, agriculture, health, emerging technologies, science, education, culture and defence.

List of Outcomes: Prime Minister’s visit to the Netherlands

May 17th, 02:47 am

The state visit of PM Modi to the Netherlands resulted in the signing of several MoUs and agreements covering areas such as culture, critical minerals, energy, semiconductors, agriculture, health and education. Major highlights of the visit included the restitution of the Chola Copper Plates to India and an MoU between TATA Electronics and ASML to support the semiconductor fab in Dholera.

Prime Minister holds official talks with Prime Minister of Netherlands

May 17th, 02:35 am

PM Modi held official talks with Netherlands Prime Minister Rob Jetten in The Hague, where both leaders decided to elevate India-Netherlands ties to a Strategic Partnership and adopt a roadmap to deepen cooperation across trade, investment, defence, technology, renewable energy and education. The leaders also discussed expanding collaboration in semiconductors, AI, healthcare and innovation while reaffirming stronger people-to-people and economic ties.

We should combine the Netherlands’ expertise and India’s speed and scale in every field: PM Modi

May 16th, 11:58 pm

During delegation-level talks with Netherlands Prime Minister Rob Jetten, PM Modi highlighted the growing momentum in India-Netherlands relations and said both countries should combine the Netherlands’ expertise with India’s speed and scale across sectors. He also underlined cooperation in innovation, investment, sustainability and defence while announcing the elevation of ties to a Strategic Partnership.

Prime Minister witnesses signing of agreement between ASML and Tata Electronics for Semiconductor manufacturing

May 16th, 10:30 pm

PM Modi, accompanied by Netherlands Prime Minister Rob Jetten, witnessed the signing of an agreement between Tata Electronics and ASML to support the semiconductor Fab project in Dholera, Gujarat. He further highlighted the partnership as an important step in India’s journey for developing a semiconductor ecosystem in the country.

Prime Minister meets with Dutch CEOs

May 16th, 10:15 pm

PM Modi and Netherlands PM Rob Jetten met and held discussions with prominent CEOs of leading Dutch companies. The business leaders made presentations on three clusters and outlined their strategies for India. The PM appreciated the growing interest of Dutch companies in India’s economic vibrancy and encouraged Dutch companies to explore opportunities in India.

Restitution of Chola Copper Plates

May 16th, 10:00 pm

In a joyous moment for every Indian, PM Modi and Netherlands PM Rob Jetten participated in the restitution ceremony of the 11th-century Chola Copper Plates to India. These copper Plates are royal charters issued by Chola Kings, formalising the gifting of Anaimangalam village to a Buddha vihara called Chulamanivarma-vihara in Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu.

The future of India-Netherlands partnership is brighter than ever before: PM Modi in Netherlands

May 16th, 10:00 pm

Speaking at the CEO Roundtable in the Netherlands, PM Modi said India’s rapid growth, skilled talent pool and reform-driven economy are creating new opportunities for global businesses. He also highlighted plans to strengthen India-Netherlands cooperation through technology, investment and strategic partnerships.

Prime Minister calls on Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands

May 16th, 08:13 pm

During his visit to the Netherlands, PM Modi met Their Majesties King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima. They exchanged views on strengthening India-Netherlands relations while expressing satisfaction with the ongoing bilateral initiatives. The PM conveyed appreciation for Their Majesties’ goodwill towards India and expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality extended to him.

Just as the Netherlands is known for tulips, India is known for the lotus: PM Modi in The Hague

May 16th, 01:30 pm

Addressing a massive community programme in The Hague, Netherlands, PM Modi praised the Indian diaspora for its contributions to Dutch society and for serving as a living bridge between India and the Netherlands. He highlighted the sporting linkages that contribute to close people-to-people ties between the two countries. He also called upon the diaspora to actively contribute to India's journey towards Viksit Bharat.

Prime Minister addresses the Indian Diaspora in the Netherlands

May 16th, 01:20 pm

PM Modi arrives in the Netherlands

May 15th, 11:35 pm

PM Modi arrived in the Netherlands on the second leg of his five-nation tour. He was warmly welcomed upon his arrival.

Prime Minister’s Departure Statement ahead of his visit to the UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy

May 15th, 07:56 am

PM Modi is embarking on a five-nation visit to the UAE, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy from 15-20 May 2026. During the visit, he will meet various Heads of State and hold discussions to further strengthen partnerships across key sectors. Highlights of the visit include his participation in the European Round Table for Industry in Sweden and the 3rd India-Nordic Summit in Oslo.

Visit of Prime Minister to UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy (May 15 - 20, 2026)

May 11th, 09:00 pm

PM Modi to visit UAE, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy from May 15 to May 20, 2026. During the visit, he will meet UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and exchange views on various issues. In Netherlands, the PM will meet King Willem-Alexander and hold talks with PM Rob Jetten. In Sweden, he will hold talks with PM Kristersson. In Norway, he will call on King Harald V and hold bilateral talks with PM Jonas Gahr Støre. Later, he will visit Italy to hold talks with PM Giorgia Meloni.

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June 28th, 07:44 pm

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Every Indian takes pride in the fact that India is a land of diversity: PM Modi

June 27th, 10:51 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Indian community in the Netherlands. During his address, PM Modi appreciated the role of Indian diaspora in Netherlands and Suriname. Prime Minister Modi said that each and every Indian staying in any part of the world was a 'Rashtradoot' (India's ambassador to the world).

PM interacts with Indian community in the Netherlands

June 27th, 10:50 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today interacted with Indian community in the Netherlands. During his address, PM Modi appreciated the role of Indian diaspora in Netherlands and Suriname. He noted that Netherlands had the second largest Indian diaspora in entire Europe.

PM Modi meets Queen Maxima and King Willem-Alexander of Netherlands

June 27th, 09:26 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Queen Maxima and King Willem-Alexander at Villa Eikenhorst in Netherlands.