PM Modi meets Italian President Sergio Mattarella in Rome to deepen strategic and AI ties

Strategic summit in Rome

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Italian President Sergio Mattarella in Rome on Wednesday, reinforcing India’s expanding strategic partnership with Italy across high-technology sectors, clean energy, and trade.

The visit underlines India's rising international profile as New Delhi deepens economic and diplomatic ties with key European powers. During their bilateral discussions, both leaders agreed to broaden cooperation into cutting-edge fields including artificial intelligence, critical minerals, space exploration, and nuclear energy.

Speaking after the meeting, PM Modi said the discussions covered core elements of the bilateral relationship. "We discussed different aspects relating to the India-Italy friendship, including trade, investment and cultural linkages. We talked about how our nations can collaborate in areas such as AI, critical minerals, space and nuclear energy," the Prime Minister stated on X.

Expanding trade and infrastructure links

Confirming the scope of the engagement, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said PM Modi called on President Mattarella to reaffirm an enduring strategic alliance between the two nations, spanning innovation, culture, and sustainable technology.

Prior to his formal meeting with President Mattarella, PM Modi held informal discussions with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni shortly after arriving in the Italian capital. The leaders shared views over dinner and visited the historic Colosseum together. PM Modi noted that his agenda in Rome includes reviewing the Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025–2029 and accelerating progress on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), a major global infrastructure initiative where India plays a central leadership role.

Multilateral engagement for global food security

The Prime Minister's itinerary in Rome also includes a visit to the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The engagement is set to highlight India's proactive commitment to international multilateralism and leadership in global food security solutions.

Through these engagements, India continues to solidify its position as a central economic hub and key diplomatic partner on the world stage, building long-term alliances that drive technology sharing and trade growth.