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Swiss President Meets PM Modi to Boost Bilateral Ties and Defense Cooperation
- •Swiss President Guy Parmelin met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House in New Delhi to enhance bilateral relations.
- •Both leaders emphasized democratic values and agreed to continue cooperation for global peace and stability amidst international challenges.
- •The historic Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), India's first FTA with a European economic bloc, was highlighted during the talks.
- •Discussions also explored new avenues for military exchanges, defense production, and a migration-mobility partnership for students and youth.
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During their meeting at Hyderabad House, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Swiss President Guy Parmelin signed the historic Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), which is India's first free trade agreement with a European economic bloc. Additionally, the two leaders signed a migration and mobility partnership agreement to create new opportunities for Indian students and youth in Switzerland.
Prime Minister Modi and Swiss President Guy Parmelin explored new avenues for military exchanges, defense production, innovation, infrastructure, and advanced technology. They also discussed enhancing bilateral relations, upholding democratic values, and working together for global peace and stability amidst international challenges like those in Ukraine and West Asia.
The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) is a historic pact, marking India's very first free trade agreement (FTA) with a European economic bloc. The agreement highlights the strengthening friendship and economic ties between India and Switzerland.
