PM Modi in Europe LIVE update: Norway PM receives Prime Minister at airport; Modi outlines agenda of two-day trip

PM Modi in Oslo LIVE update: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday received a grand welcome from the Indian diaspora upon his arrival in Oslo, Norway, on the fourth leg of his five-nation tour.

Indian diaspora welcomed PM Modi with a range of traditional music and classical dance performances, displaying the rich cultural heritage of the country.

PM Modi greeted the Indian diaspora, shaking hands with diaspora members as the crowd cheered with ‘Vande Mataram’ and ‘Modi, Modi..’ slogans.

The visit, which marks the first time an Indian Prime Minister has travelled to the country in 43 years, is being viewed as a major strategic pivot toward Northern Europe.

PM Modi was warmly received at the Gardermoen Airport by Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.

PM Modi in Oslo LIVE update: Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday congratulated PM Narendra Modi on being conferred Sweden’s ‘Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree of Commander Grand Cross’ in recognition of his exceptional contributions to bilateral ties and visionary leadership.

Naidu noted that this was the 31st international honour conferred on PM Modi.

“Heartiest congratulations to Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi ji on being conferred Sweden’s highest honour for global leaders, the ‘Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree of Commander Grand Cross’,” Naidu said in a post on X.

The chief minister observed that the Swedish honour reflects PM Modi’s remarkable leadership and his continued efforts to strengthen India’s global partnerships and international cooperation.

Modi was awarded the “highest distinction Sweden can confer on a Head of Government” in recognition of his contribution to India-Sweden relations and his leadership.

PM Modi in Oslo LIVE update: Members of the Indian diaspora in Oslo expressed enthusiasm over the Prime Minister’s visit.

A member of the Indian diaspora in Oslo told ANI, “We are excited about the PM’s visit to Norway. This is the first visit after 43 years. Not just the Indian diaspora but the whole of Norway is excited about this visit. After signing the EFTA deal, the industry in Norway is now excited about materialising it.”

Another community member perfectly captured the electric atmosphere, stating, “Super excited! He is more than a rockstar! With this, the business relations between India and Norway will get better.”

A third resident echoed the sentiment, noting the long-standing anticipation: “We can’t define our excitement in words. We have been waiting for this moment for the past year.”

PM Modi in Oslo LIVE update: PM Modi is scheduled to participate in the 3rd India-Nordic Summit on May 19 and hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Støre, PTI reported. The visit comes at a crucial time for India-Nordic relations. Beyond the cultural bonding with the diaspora, the focus remains heavily on trade and economic synergy, particularly following the recently signed European Free Trade Association (EFTA) agreement.

PM Modi arrived in Norway after concluding his visit to Sweden, stating that the outcome of the visit adds “new momentum” to the relations between the two countries.

PM Modi in Oslo LIVE update: The Indian diaspora in Oslo, Norway welcomed PM Modi as he arrived for a two-day trip on Monday.

PM Modi in Oslo LIVE update: As PM Modi landed in Oslo, he received a musical welcome at a hotel in the Norwegian capital city.

“Landed in Oslo, Norway. I’m grateful to Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre for the warm welcome at the airport. This is the first Prime Ministerial visit to Norway in over four decades. I’m confident it will add vigour to the India-Norway friendship. I will call on Their Majesties King Harald V and Queen Sonja and hold talks with Prime Minister Støre. Tomorrow, on the 19th, the 3rd India-Nordic Summit will take place in Oslo, presenting a wonderful opportunity to meet my Nordic counterparts,” tweeted PM Modi upon landing in Oslo.

PM Modi in Europe LIVE update: Norway is an important partner for India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold bilateral engagements today and participate in the 3rd India-Nordic Summit tomorrow. The visit is expected to inject fresh momentum into the India-Norway partnership.

PM Modi in Europe LIVE update: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Oslo, Norway on Monday, where he was personally received at the airport by Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in a special gesture.

This marks PM Modi’s first-ever visit to Norway and the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Nordic nation in 43 years.

PM Modi in Europe LIVE update: Briefing the reporters about PM Modi, MEA Secretary (West) Sibi George said that PM’s second visit to Sweden reflects the deepening of strategic convergence between the two countries across sectors ranging from trade and innovation to defence and green transition.

While briefing reporters on Sunday (local time) in Gothenburg after the European Round Table industry meeting organised by Volvo Group, George said, “This is the Prime Minister’s second bilateral visit to Sweden after his landmark visit in 2018, when Sweden hosted the first India-Nordic summit in Stockholm. The 2018 visit laid a solid foundation for India-Nordic relations and India-Sweden bilateral ties under the Innovation Partnership.” (ANI)

PM Modi in Europe LIVE update: For the Indian community residing in Norway, the upcoming visit of Pm Modi is nothing short of historic. Preparations and anticipation have been building for months. Speaking to ANI, members of the diaspora shared their excitement.

A member of the Indian diaspora in Oslo told ANI, “We are excited about the PM’s visit to Norway. This is the first visit after 43 years. Not just the Indian diaspora but the whole of Norway is excited about this visit. After signing the EFTA deal, the industry in Norway is now excited about materialising it.” (ANI)

PM Modi in Europe LIVE update: From elevating our ties to a Strategic Partnership, launching the Joint Innovation Partnership 2.0 and the India-Sweden Technology and Artificial Intelligence Corridor, to setting an ambitious goal of doubling bilateral trade in the next five years, the discussions were highly productive, said PM Modi after he left Sweden.

PM Modi in Europe LIVE update: Modi was in Sweden earlier. During his two-day visit to Sweden, Modi held wide-ranging talks with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, with discussions centred on trade, technology, defence and other strategic sectors.

The two leaders reviewed the entire gamut of India-Sweden relations and decided to elevate bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership, marking a significant step forward in the relationship.

PM Modi in Europe LIVE update: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday departed for Norway after wrapping up his Sweden visit, during which India and Sweden elevated their relationship to a Strategic Partnership and discussed expanding cooperation across key sectors.

Modi’s trip will also mark the first visit by an Indian prime minister to Norway in 43 years, besides being his first-ever visit to the Nordic country. (PTI)