ULF KRISTERSSON

May 20, 2026 3:31 PM

India and Sweden: Delivering growth, resilience and sustainability… together

At a time of growing geopolitical uncertainty, energy insecurity and economic fragmentation, the world faces a defining choice - retreat into narrow national approaches or strengthen partnerships that deliver growth, resilience and sustainability together. As the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, the value of international cooperation and multilateralism has become even more evident. At the same time, the need to reform global governance institutions to reflect contemporary realities h...

May 20, 2026 5:55 PM

PM Modi, Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson pitch stronger India-Sweden partnership for green growth and sustainable future

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson outlined a new roadmap for deeper India-Sweden cooperation focused on green transition, resilient supply chains, innovation and sustainable development. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "In an op-ed with PM Ulf Kristersson, reflected on how India and Sweden are shaping a new era of cooperation. From green transition to supply chains, the India-Sweden partnership is guided by innovation, sustainability and shared prosperity for...

May 18, 2026 2:17 PM

PM Modi says India-Sweden ties to gain ‘new momentum’ after key agreements during visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday concluded his visit to Sweden, saying the outcomes of the trip would add “new momentum” to bilateral ties, before departing for Norway for the third India-Nordic Summit and bilateral meetings. In a post on X, PM Modi said: “My visit to Sweden was marked by several important outcomes that will add new momentum to India-Sweden relations. From elevating our ties to a Strategic Partnership, launching the Joint Innovation Partnership 2.0 and the India-Swe...

May 18, 2026 10:39 AM

India-EU FTA will open new opportunities in trade, technology and resilient supply chains: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the recently concluded India-European Union Free Trade Agreement would create new opportunities in trade, technology, manufacturing and resilient supply chains, while pitching India as a trusted economic partner for Europe during his address at the European Round Table for Industry (ERT) in Gothenburg. Addressing the gathering hosted by Volvo Group, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the growing strategic convergence between India and Europe and stressed...

May 18, 2026 12:42 PM

India, Sweden upgrade ties to strategic partnership after PM Modi-Kristersson talks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held bilateral talks with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson in Gothenburg, with the two countries agreeing to elevate their relationship to the level of a Strategic Partnership aimed at deepening cooperation across trade, technology, security and sustainability. Her Royal Highness 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 C...

January 21, 2025 12:14 AM

International reaction to Trump’s inauguration

The following is reaction from global leaders to Donald Trump being sworn in as U.S. president on Monday. VOLODYMYR ZELENSKIY, UKRAINIAN PRESIDENT "President Trump is always decisive, and the peace through strength policy he announced provides an opportunity to strengthen American leadership and achieve a long-term and just peace, which is the top priority." BENJAMIN NETANYAHU, ISRAELI PRIME MINISTER "I believe that working together again we will raise the U.S.-Israel alliance to even greate...