In her remarks at the banquet, President Murmu said Boric is an inspiration for all young leaders and expressed happiness to know about his political journey from student politics to presidency. She further said India and Chile's political and economic priorities are complementary.
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.
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.
On the sidelines of the G20 Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged in discussions with the Presidents of Chile and Argentina, Gabriel Boric Font and Javier Milei, respectively on Tuesday.
Speaking to ANI, Valenzuela said, "...We have right now very strong relationship in terms of trade with the United States, Canada, North America, Europe, South American countries and also China, but we need more India because this relationship is better for both countries."
Chile has an estimated USD 2,847 billion worth of trade in 2023. Last year, India ranked 16th as a destination for Chile's non-copper and non-lithium exports, with USD 560 million in exports of goods and services out of which 30 per cent related to foods.