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Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: PM Modi Delivers Keynote Address at Quad Summit, Says Indo-Pacific Vital for Global Trade & Security

PM Modi at G7 Summit LIVE: Narendra Modi is visiting Hiroshima from May 19 to 21 primarily for the annual summit of the G7 advanced economies in which he is expected to speak on challenges facing the globe

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Last Updated: May 20, 2023, 17:41 IST

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Prime Minsiter Narendra Modi delivered the keynote address at the Quad leader's meeting in Hiroshima, Japan. (Image: ANI)
Prime Minsiter Narendra Modi delivered the keynote address at the Quad leader's meeting in Hiroshima, Japan. (Image: ANI)

PM Modi at G7 Summit LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan. PM Modi earlier held bilateral talks with his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida, focusing on the need to highlight the voice of the Global South. They also discussed ways to synergise efforts under G-7 and G-20 presidencies to deal with global challenges.

The talks took place on the sidelines of the summit of the Group of Seven advanced economies in Hiroshima. While India is presently holding the presidency of the G20 grouping, Japan is the chair Read More

May 20, 2023 17:40 IST

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: Indo-Pacific Vital for Global Security, PM Modi at Quad Meeting

We agree that the security and success of the Indo pacific is important not just for this region but for the entire world. We are moving forward with the constructive agenda, based on shared democratic value. Through our shared efforts we are giving a practical dimension to strategic technology, reliable supply chain, health security, maritime security and counter terrorism: PM Modi at Quad Leader’s Meeting

May 20, 2023 17:32 IST

Narendra Modi in Japan LIVE Updates: Indo-Pacific is Engine for Global Trade, Says PM at Quad Meet

I am very pleased to be taking part in the Quad Summit today and to be among friends. The Quad group has established itself as an important platform for peace, stability and prosperity in the Indo-pacific. There is no doubt in fact that the Indo-pacific is the engine for global trade, innovation and development: PM Modi

May 20, 2023 17:23 IST

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: PM Modi Speaks at Quad Meeting in Hiroshima | WATCH

Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks at the Quad Meeting in Hiroshima, Japan.

May 20, 2023 17:22 IST

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: 'India to Continue Extending Humanitarian Assistance to Ukraine,' Says PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi in a tweet announced India will continue to extending humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine after talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. “Met President @ZelenskyyUa in Hiroshima. Conveyed our clear support for dialogue and diplomacy to find a way forward. We will continue extending humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine.”

May 20, 2023 16:51 IST

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: PM Modi Calls for Collaborative Efforts to Tackle Global Challenges at G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who participated in the G7 session on ‘Working Together to Address Multiple Crisis’ in Hiroshima, Japan, in a tweet stated: “Shared my thoughts at the session on ‘Working Together to Address Multiple Crisis’. It is important for us to work together for the betterment of our planet and to address the challenges we face relating to sectors such as healthcare, wellness food security and more.

May 20, 2023 16:43 IST

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: Zelensky Seeks India's Assistance in Ukraine's War Against Russia? What We Know

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in bilateral talks on Saturday, marking their first face-to-face meeting since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February last year. While the specifics of the discussions remain undisclosed, it is believed that Zelensky sought India’s assistance in Ukraine’s battle against Russia. In light of reports indicating Ukrainian forces’ preparation for a significant counteroffensive against Russia, the Ukrainian president has been actively seeking support from influential nations worldwide.

May 20, 2023 16:00 IST

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: 'Ukraine War Issue of Humanity', Says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, after meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Hiroshima, Japan on the sidelines of the G7 Summit, for the first time since the Russia-Ukraine conflict, says, “Ukraine war is a big issue in the world. I don’t consider it to be just an issue of economy, politics, for me, it is an issue of humanity. India and I will do whatever we can for resolution of war”

May 20, 2023 15:52 IST

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: 'It is Always a Delight', Says PM Modi After Meeting Top EU Officials

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a tweet said: “It is always a delight to meet European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel.’ The Prime Minister is in Hiroshima, Japan to attend the G7 Summit.

May 20, 2023 15:41 IST

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: PM Modi Hugs Britain's Rishi Sunak at G7 Meet

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his British counterpart Rishi Sunak on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Hiroshima, Japan. British Prime Minister Sunak also shared the picture with Modi on his Twitter handle, with the two leaders sharing a warm hug.

May 20, 2023 15:33 IST

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: PM Modi With G7 Leaders | In Pics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the leaders of G7 countries and invited partners at the Japanese city of Hiroshima. The G7 comprises the US, the UK, France, Italy, Germany, Canada and Japan. Japan, the current chair of the grouping, invited India and seven other countries to the summit.

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: PM Modi With G7 Leaders | In Pics
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May 20, 2023 15:30 IST

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: First in-person Talks Between PM Modi and Ukraine's Zelensky

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky are meeting for the first in-person talks since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February last year. This meeting comes after Ukrainian First Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova’s visit to India, which took place over a month ago. Throughout the Ukraine conflict, Modi has engaged in multiple phone conversations with both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Zelensky.

May 20, 2023 15:24 IST

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: PM Modi Meets Ukrainian Prez Zelensky on Sidelines of G7 Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan.

Narendra Modi Japan Visit LIVE: PM Modi Meets Ukrainian Prez Zelensky on Sidelines of G7 Summit

May 20, 2023 14:27 IST

PM Modi Meets UN General Secretary António Guterres in Japan, Shares Post

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met United Nations General Secretary António Guterres in Hiroshima.

Modi is visiting Hiroshima from May 19 to 21 primarily for the annual summit of the G7 advanced economies in which he is expected to speak on challenges facing the globe, including food, fertiliser and energy security.

May 20, 2023 14:21 IST

PM Modi Holds Bilateral Talks With French Prez Emmanuel Macron in Japan- WATCH

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held a bilateral meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in Hiroshima, Japan.

Modi is visiting Hiroshima from May 19 to 21 primarily for the annual summit of the G7 advanced economies in which he is expected to speak on challenges facing the globe, including food, fertiliser and energy security.

He will hold bilateral meetings with some of the world leaders attending the Hiroshima G7 Summit.

May 20, 2023 13:49 IST

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives in Japan

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of war-torn Ukraine, on Saturday, arrived in Japan’s Hiroshima to attend the annual Summit of Group of Seven (G-7) countries.

Visuals show Zelenskyy stepping out of a French aircraft in Hiroshima as he was immediately brisked away in a black sedan for security reasons.

May 20, 2023 13:21 IST

PM Modi Meets 'Good Friend' Olaf Scholz in Hiroshima

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on the sidelines of the G-7 Summit and held bilateral discussions with him.

 

May 20, 2023 12:32 IST

PM Modi Gets A Special Gift in Japan, Here's What It Is

Japanese painter Hiroko Takayama on Saturday gifted Prime Minister Narendra Modi a painting during his visit to the country for the G-7 Summit.

The prime minister appreciated the painter for imbibing the spirit of India in the painting.

“Met Ms. Hiroko Takayama, a respected artist who has a close association with India. She has worked extensively on enhancing the cultural bonds between India and Japan. She also presented her artwork to me,” he wrote on Twitter.

 

May 20, 2023 12:18 IST

PM Modi Discusses Trade, Defence and Economy with Vietnam's Pham Minh Chinh

“PM Modi and PM Chinh discussed expanding cooperation in the fields of trade and investment, defence, building resilient supply chains, energy, science & technology, human resource development, culture & people to people ties,” the statement read

Talks also covered regional developments as well as the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region

May 20, 2023 10:51 IST

PM Modi on China's Maritime Assertiveness: India Respects and Adheres To International Law

Amid China’s military expansion in the South China Sea and the East China Sea, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India is committed to protecting its sovereignty and integrity while promoting peaceful resolution of maritime disputes based on international law.

In an interview with the Japanese newspaper Yomiuri Shimbun, Modi, during his visit to Hiroshima to attend the G7 summit, said the G7 and G20 summits are crucial platforms for global cooperation.

May 20, 2023 10:36 IST

'When World Hears of Hiroshima...': PM Modi in Japan

The world gets frightened even today when it hears the word ‘Hiroshima’, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday as he unveiled a bust of Mahatma Gandhi, an apostle of peace, in this Japanese city.

Modi, who arrived in Japan for the G7 summit on Friday, made those remarks after unveiling a 42-inch bronze bust of Gandhi in Hiroshima.

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External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi described the talks between Modi and Kishida as “warm” and “productive”. “PM @narendramodi and PM @kishida230 of Japan held warm and productive talks,” Bagchi said on Twitter.

“Discussed ways to synergise efforts of respective G-7 and G-20 Presidencies, and the need to highlight the voice of Global South. Also exchanged views on contemporary regional developments and on deepening cooperation in the Indo-Pacific,” he said.

PM Modi arrived in Hiroshima on Friday to attend the annual summit of the G7 grouping and the third in-person Quad leaders’ meeting. The prime minister arrived in Hiroshima on the first leg of his three-nation trip to Japan, Papua New Guinea and Australia and is expected to participate in over 40 engagements.

“Landed in Hiroshima to join the G7 Summit proceedings. Will also be having bilateral meetings with various world leaders,” Modi tweeted on Friday.

During his visit, he also met French President Emmanuel Macron, Vietnam’s Pham Minh Chinh, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and UN Gen Secretary António Guterres. He will also hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, first since Russia-Ukraine war.

Modi is visiting Hiroshima from May 19 to 21 primarily for the annual summit of the G7 advanced economies in which he is expected to speak on challenges facing the globe, including food, fertiliser and energy security.

Modi is expected to hold bilateral meetings with some of the world leaders attending the Hiroshima G7 Summit. The G-7 bloc comprises Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Canada and Italy, as well as the European Union.

From Japan, he will travel to Port Moresby in Papua New Guinea where he will host the third summit of the Forum for India–Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) on May 22 jointly with Prime Minister James Marape.

In the third and final leg of the trip, Modi will visit Australia from May 22 to 24.

The Quad summit was initially scheduled to be held in Sydney but it will now take place in Hiroshima as US President Joe Biden postponed his visit to Australia to focus on crucial debt-ceiling talks in Washington.

The Quad leaders from the US, India, Australia and Japan will discuss how they can deepen their cooperation on critical and emerging technologies, high-quality infrastructure, global health, climate change, maritime domain awareness, and other issues that matter to the people of the Indo-Pacific, according to the White House.

Modi’s visit to Papua New Guinea will be the first ever by any Indian prime minister.

(With inputs from PTI)