India-Sweden Ties Driven by Innovation and Trust: PM Modi

• India and Sweden elevate bilateral ties to Strategic Partnership
• Leaders adopt Joint Action Plan for 2026-2030 cooperation
• Focus laid on trade, green transition and emerging technologies
• PM Modi thanks Sweden for support against terrorism

GG News Bureau
GOTHENBURG, 18th May: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of Sweden Ulf Kristersson on Monday elevated India-Sweden relations to the level of a Strategic Partnership during bilateral talks held in Gothenburg.

The two leaders adopted the India-Sweden Joint Action Plan 2026-2030 aimed at strengthening cooperation across political, economic, technological, security and people-to-people sectors.

Victoria, Crown Princess of Sweden also participated in the meeting and conveyed greetings from Carl XVI Gustaf and Silvia.

Prime Minister Modi extended his wishes to King Carl XVI Gustaf on the occasion of his 80th birthday.

During the talks, the two sides reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral relations, including trade, investment, innovation, green transition, defence, digitalisation, space, education, research and culture.

The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to expanding ties based on shared democratic values, sustainability and innovation-driven cooperation.

The newly announced Strategic Partnership will be guided by four pillars — strategic dialogue for stability and security, next-generation economic partnership, emerging technologies and trusted connectivity, and cooperation in health, resilience, people and climate issues.

The leaders also welcomed the recently concluded India-European Union Free Trade Agreement and agreed to work towards its early implementation to strengthen trade, investment and technology partnerships.

Modi appreciated Sweden’s engagement with India in clean technologies, advanced manufacturing, digital transformation and sustainable mobility.

Kristersson praised India’s progress in digital transformation and artificial intelligence and acknowledged the contribution of the Indian community to Sweden’s economy and innovation ecosystem.

The Prime Minister invited greater Swedish participation in India’s growth journey and expanding economic opportunities.

The two leaders also exchanged views on regional and global developments and reiterated the need for reforms in the United Nations and other multilateral institutions.

Prime Minister Modi thanked Sweden for its support in the fight against terrorism and both sides reaffirmed their commitment to peace, stability and resilient global supply chains.