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PM Modi departs for New Delhi after concluding two-nation visit to France, Slovakia

PM Modi departs for New Delhi after concluding two-nation visit to France, Slovakia

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi during an Indian community event, in Paris, France. Photo: PMO via PTI Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (June 18, 2026) left for New Delhi after concluding his two-nation visit to France and Slovakia during which he attended the G-7 Summit and held bilateral meetings with several world leaders. “This visit to France has been extensive when it comes to engagement and outcomes. It began in Nice, where the Bharat Innovates programme was held, followed by Evian for G7 and then in Paris, where I addressed VivaTech 2026 and a large community programme, as well as met CEOs,” Mr. Modi said in a social media post. “I am especially grateful to my friend President Macron, the Government and the people of France for the warmth. The India-France friendship will become even stronger in the times to come,” he added. Mr. Modi addressed the Indian diaspora earlier in the day and said India is emerging as a “trusted partner” to the world. Mr. Modi also said that this is a defining period …

India and Slovakia elevate bilateral ties to ‘comprehensive partnership’ | India News

India and Slovakia elevate bilateral ties to ‘comprehensive partnership’ | India News

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4 min readNew DelhiJun 16, 2026 02:38 AM IST INDIA AND Slovakia elevated their bilateral ties to “comprehensive partnership”, and signed pacts on labour migration, defence, digital technologies, higher education and research, quantum communication and student exchange programme with IIT Delhi after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with his Slovak counterpart Robert Fico on Monday. The comprehensive partnership aims to take bilateral relations to a new level, strengthen existing cooperation mechanisms and explore new avenues for deepening cooperation, both bilaterally and multilaterally, the joint statement said. After meeting PM Fico in Slovakia’s capital Bratislava, Modi said, “India and Slovakia are also moving forward in close coordination on the global stage. We agree that all disputes and tensions should be resolved peacefully. We will continue to work together with all partners in this direction.” This was a reference to the Russia-Ukraine war, which has been ongoing in Slovakia’s neighbourhood for more than four years now. The two sides also established a joint working group in counter-terrorism and a consular dialogue. Modi’s visit is the first by …

PM Modi conferred Slovakia’s highest honour, receives 33rd international award

PM Modi conferred Slovakia’s highest honour, receives 33rd international award

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Slovakia has conferred its highest civilian honour, the Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class), on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking the 33rd international award bestowed upon him by a foreign nation. Slovakia has awarded Prime Minister Narendra Modi its highest civilian honour, the Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class). Following the ceremony, PM Modi took to social media to thank the people and government of Slovakia for the honour. “It is an honor for me that tonight in Bratislava I received the Order of the White Double Cross (First Class). I thank the citizens and government of the Slovak Republic for this award, which belongs to all 1.4 billion inhabitants of India. I dedicate this distinction to the lasting friendship between India and Slovakia,” he said. Also Read | PM Modi in Slovakia: As two countries elevate ties, PM says ‘win-win for our friendship’, invites Fico to India What is happening? The honour comes after Prime Minister Modi’s “excellent meeting” with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico in Bratislava, highlighting the untapped …

India, Slovakia elevate ties to comprehensive partnership as PM Modi holds talks

India, Slovakia elevate ties to comprehensive partnership as PM Modi holds talks

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India and Slovakia on Monday elevated their relations to a comprehensive partnership and concluded agreements on cooperation in defence, labour mobility, digital technologies, and cyber-security, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Slovak counterpart, Robert Fico, held talks to further strengthen ties. *Prime Minister Narendra Modi with his Slovakian counterpart Robert Fico during a high tea meeting, in Bratislava, Slovakia. (@NarendraModi) Modi, the first Indian prime minister to travel to Slovakia since the country’s independence in 1993, said the elevation of the relationship reflects the shared trust and priorities of the two countries. He emphasised the potential for cooperation with Slovakia in fields such as automobiles, railways, space, advanced manufacturing and artificial intelligence. Slovakia is the second leg of Modi’s nearly week-long visit to Europe and he is set to return to France to attend the outreach sessions of the G7 Summit in Evian and to hold bilateral meetings with several world leaders, including US President Donald Trump, on June 16-17. “I express my special gratitude to the PM for Slovakia’s support in finalising the …

PM Modi in Slovakia, discuss bilateral cooperation with Robert Fico

PM Modi in Slovakia, discuss bilateral cooperation with Robert Fico

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (June 15, 2026) arrived in Slovakia becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to visit the country. Speaking during the exchange of MoUs and joint press statements with Slovakia PM Robert Fico in Bratislava, Mr. Modi said “India and Slovakia decided to elevate ties to status of Comprehensive Partnership.” The Prime Minister further said “I express my special thanks to Prime Minister Fico for cooperation received from Slovakia in finalising India-EU FTA.” “We will work towards earliest implementation of India-EU FTA,” said Mr. Modi. “Comprehensive Partnership between India and Slovakia symbolises our shared beliefs, shared priorities, and shared future,” he added. The Prime Minister said, “Defence cooperation between India and Slovakia is a testament to our deep mutual trust and strategic convergence. A Letter of Intent finalised today on defence co-operation will give new momentum for cooperation between defence industries of two sides.” Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico lauded India’s rapid economic growth, digital transformation and advances in artificial intelligence, saying the country has outpaced many advanced nations in key …

PM Modi arrives in Slovakia for second leg of his two-nation visit

PM Modi arrives in Slovakia for second leg of his two-nation visit

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi waves as he departs from Nice for an official visit to Slovakia. | Photo Credit: ANI Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Slovakia for the second leg of his two-nation visit, where he will hold talks with President Peter Pellegrini and Prime Minister Robert Fico and interact with business leaders. Mr. Modi is the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Slovakia since its independence in 1993. In a post on X after reaching the Slovakian capital, Mr. Modi said, “This visit provides an opportunity to deepen India-Slovakia relations and explore new avenues of cooperation. Looking forward to productive meetings with President Pellegrini and Prime Minister Fico.” The Prime Minister arrived in Bratislava on a two-day visit from France where he held bilateral talks with French President Emmanuel Macron in Nice. Published – June 15, 2026 02:47 am IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit …

PM Modi to visit France, Slovakia from June 13; G7 meeting in Evian on agenda

PM Modi to visit France, Slovakia from June 13; G7 meeting in Evian on agenda

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At the invitation of the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake an official visit to France from June 13-14 (Nice), and June 16-18 (Evian and Paris), as well as to Slovakia from June 14-16, according to a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs. Prime Minister to visit France in mid-June at the invitation of French President, Emmanuel Macron followed by an inaugural visit to Slovakia (AFP) During the first leg of the visit, the Prime Minister will visit Nice for a bilateral meeting with President Macron on June 14. Both leaders will review the full spectrum of India-France bilateral relations, which were elevated to the level of a Special Global Strategic Partnership earlier this year. In Nice, the two leaders will also jointly inaugurate the “Bharat Innovates” event, which will bring together leading innovation startups and venture capital funds from India, France, and other countries. The initiative, being held during the India-France Year of Innovation, aims to further strengthen the innovation partnership between the two nations. Also Read I …

Modi holds talks with top leaders of Mauritius, Sri Lanka, and Slovakia

Modi holds talks with top leaders of Mauritius, Sri Lanka, and Slovakia

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a meeting with Secretary General of United Nations Antonio Guterres at Hyderabad House, in New Delhi. | Photo Credit: PTI Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (February 20, 2026) held talks with top leaders of Mauritius, Sri Lanka and Slovakia with a focus on shoring up bilateral cooperation in trade and technology sectors. He also held a meeting with UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and discussed how the global body can play a “constructive role” in making use of artificial intelligence inclusive. Mr. Modi met Mr. Guterres and other leaders on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit. “We talked about making AI all inclusive and how the UN can play a constructive role in this regard,” the Prime Minister said on his talks with the UN chief. “Reiterated India’s support towards any effort aimed at harnessing AI for a better planet. We also exchanged perspectives on UN reforms, especially giving greater voice to the Global South,” he said on social media. Regional security Following his talks with Mauritius Prime …

Slovakia gives reality check to European Union on Russia strategy, warns against aiding Ukraine

Slovakia gives reality check to European Union on Russia strategy, warns against aiding Ukraine

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Published on Dec 12, 2025 09:49 am IST Slovakia’s leader rejected EU proposals to fund Ukraine’s future military needs and warned that continued financing would only prolong a war with no military solution. He argued that the EU strategy on Russia had failed, said tens of thousands were dying each month for nothing, and backed recent peace efforts including those led by Donald Trump. He also cautioned that using frozen Russian assets could undermine US plans for Ukraine’s reconstruction. While stressing Slovakia’s strong humanitarian support for Kyiv, he refused to back any move that extended the conflict.   News / World News / Slovakia gives reality check to European Union on Russia strategy, warns against aiding Ukraine Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Soccer-Slovakia snatch victory over Northern Ireland to set up thrilling Group A finale

Soccer-Slovakia snatch victory over Northern Ireland to set up thrilling Group A finale

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Published on: Nov 15, 2025 03:44 am IST SOCCER-WORLDCUP-SVK-NIR/REPORT:Soccer-Slovakia snatch victory over Northern Ireland to set up thrilling Group A finale Nov 14 – Slovakia’s Tomas Bobcek scored in stoppage time to seal a dramatic 1-0 win over Northern Ireland in a World Cup qualifier on Friday after two VAR disallowed goals, with both sides clinching at least a playoff spot. Soccer-Slovakia snatch victory over Northern Ireland to set up thrilling Group A finale Slovakia are level on 12 points with Group A leaders Germany but trail on goal difference. Friday’s result set up an exciting Group A finale on Monday when the Slovaks travel to Germany with an automatic World Cup berth on the line. Northern Ireland are third on six points but are fortunate that Croatia’s 3-1 victory over the Faroe Islands on Friday guaranteed them a playoff spot due to their Nations League finish. Slovakia had two second-half goals chalked off after VAR reviews at Kosice Football Arena before Bobcek bundled in the ball from a corner kick with goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell …