The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), held a special briefing on Tuesday on the sidelines of the visit of Chilean President's visit to India and noted key areas of collaboration between the two countries. The briefing highlighted the two countries aiming to strengthen partnership in critic
He said that PM Modi and the President of Chile witnessed the exchange of several bilateral documents and Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) and made press statements. He stated that PM Modi hosted a lunch in honour of Gabriel Boric.
While on the way to the discussion room in Hyderabad House, Font stood near Indian flag and PM Modi was seen diligently explaining him the meaning of the Ashok Chakra.
President Gabriel Boric of Chile visited India for discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on expanding bilateral ties, including trade, investment, critical minerals, and sustainable development.
PM Modi said that Font and he agreed that there should be reforms in the United Nations Security Council and other institutions are necessary to face global challenges.
Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs Randhir Jaiswal said that the act reflects Mahatma Gandhi's message of non-violence and shared values that unite India and Chile.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font at the start of his state visit to India, emphasising deepening bilateral ties. Boric also paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat, reflecting on shared values of peace and non-violence.
Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font arrived in India for his first state visit, receiving a ceremonial welcome. His trip, at PM Modi's invitation, will focus on strengthening bilateral ties, trade, and global cooperation. He will also visit Agra, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.
Font will be accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Ministers, Members of Parliament, senior officials, business associations, media and prominent Chileans involved in the India-Chile cultural connect, as per the statement.
Chilean President Gabriel Boric will visit India from March 30 to April 6, marking the first Chilean state visit to the country in 16 years. The trip aims to strengthen political and economic ties, with a focus on trade diversification, investment collaboration, and technology transfer. The