New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has invited India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the country. She extended the invitation while attending the ‘Vishwa Sadbhavna’ event, where two books depicting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s governance were unveiled in the presence of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. As the event’s chief guest, Ardern stated that New Zealand and India share many similarities, that the two countries’ relationship is strengthening, and that there is enormous potential for growth in the future.
“In a world that is becoming increasingly volatile, New Zealand and India share a lot of things. Both the nations care for our democratic traditions and share an interest in a peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. We share concern for climate change and we have similar passions for celebrating different cultures and traditions. Engagements like today’s, not only deepen our relationship, but also progresses our aspirations,” she said, while inviting PM Modi to visit New Zealand.
“As New Zealand and India mark the 70th anniversary of formal diplomatic relations between the two countries, I am pleased to report that our bonds are stronger than ever.” Despite global challenges, trade between the two countries has continued, and I see enormous potential for growth in the coming years,” she added.
Jaishankar praised PM Modi’s achievements as a state and federal government leader during the launch of “Modi@20: Dreams Meet Delivery” at the Kiwi Indian Hall of Fame Awards 202.
“Prime Minister Modi inspires 20 years in office and many more still to come. The energy in the room today reiterated this faith shared by so many across the world,” Jaishankar said.
“A few of us were approached about a very interesting project last year. Prime Minister Modi was celebrating 20 years as the country’s leader. This involved combining his state and federal ten years. In democratic politics, too. This is no small feat, as it necessitates multiple mandates from the people, “he continued.