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Modi kicks off five nation tour tomorrow with UAE energy talks and Europe trade push in high gear
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Published on 14 May 2026
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin a five-nation tour from 15 to 20 May, starting in the UAE before moving to the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, and Italy. MEA Secretary (West) Sibi George said the agenda is built around strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the UAE and expanding cooperation in energy, defence, and technology. The Netherlands leg highlights semiconductors and IMEC, while Norway and the Nordic summits focus on the Blue Economy, AI, resilient supply chains, and the green transition.
- Tour runs from 15 to 20 May across five countries
- UAE talks aim to deepen energy security and strategic ties
- Netherlands discussions include semiconductors and IMEC-linked topics
- Sweden stop features participation in an industry round table on AI and supply chains
- Norway visit targets the Blue Economy under the India EFTA deal
- Italy meeting will review a Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025 to 2029
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