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PM Modi discusses deepening India-Belgium ties with King Philippe

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke with King Philippe of Belgium, reaffirming the commitment to strengthening bilateral relations between India and Belgium. The conversation focused on boosting trade and investment, as well as advancing cooperation in innovation and sustainability. Prime Minister Modi expressed appreciation for the recent Belgian Economic Mission to India, which was led by Princess Astrid. In a post on X, he stated, "It was a pleasure to speak with HM King Philippe ...

March 3, 2025 5:15 PM

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets Belgian Princess Astrid, explores Indo-Pacific Defence Cooperation

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held a meeting with Princess Astrid of Belgium and the Defence Minister Theo Francken in New Delhi on Monday and discussed the possibility of defence engagements in the Indo-Pacific, particularly in maritime domain. They also discussed ways and means to enhance defence industrial cooperation between the two countries. Singh welcomed Belgian investments in the defence sector. He suggested that the Belgian companies could play an important role by expanding their fo...