Netherlands 'crucial' partner for India's development, says PM Modi

ANI  |  New Delhi [India] 

Issues, including strengthening Indo-cooperation in technology and innovation, were discussed in the Officers (CEO) Roundtable meeting held at the Hyderabad House on Thursday.

Ministry of informed that the CEOs' of two countries explored avenues to cooperate in agriculture and

"Ready for business! PM @narendramodi & PM participated at the CEOs Round Table. Explored strengthening cooperation in sectors like agriculture & food processing, horticulture, water management, logistics, life sciences & health, among other areas" Kumar tweeted.

He further said the focus of the meeting was to develop technology and innovation sectors which are crucial for the growth of Indian business sector.

"PM @narendramodi at the India-Netherlands CEOs Round Table: Netherlands strength in technology and innovation is a big opportunity for cutting across several sectors crucial for India's development" Kumar added.

is on his second official visit to

Earlier in the day, both Prime Ministers held one-on-one talks at the Hyderabad House itself.

and Netherlands are expected to sign a number of agreements post the talks.

This will include an agreement related to the which was officially founded on March 11.

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First Published: Thu, May 24 2018. 15:40 IST