Iceland's Foreign Minister Bjarni Benediktsson arrives in Delhi; There will be talks on increasing trade and investment

Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal warmly welcomed the Foreign Minister of Iceland. He stressed that the visit of Foreign Minister Bjarni Benediktsson is very important for India-Iceland relations. Let us tell you that Iceland was the first Nordic country to publicly support India's candidature for permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).

Mar 10, 2024 - 12:41
Iceland's Foreign Minister Bjarni Benediktsson arrives in Delhi; There will be talks on increasing trade and investment

Bjarni Benediktsson, the foreign minister of Iceland, is in Delhi to encourage investment and trade between the two nations. The foreign minister of Iceland was cordially welcomed by Randhir Jaiswal, a spokesman for the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

The image has been shared on social media by Randhir Jaiswal. He emphasised how crucial Bjarni Benediktsson's visit is for the relationship between Iceland and India.

A spokesman for the External Affairs Ministry stated that India extends a hearty welcome to Bjarni Benediktsson, the foreign minister of Iceland. His visit will improve all aspects of our relationship, including investment and trade.

India and Iceland have emphasized deepening their friendship through common interests and values. The Ministry of External Affairs claims that since 2000, several high-level visits have given bilateral relations new life.

Iceland was the first Nordic country to publicly support India's candidature for permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). After this, Iceland has reiterated its stance on several occasions. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, bilateral high-level visits by Iceland and Indian dignitaries have helped in strengthening official relations between the two countries.

Muskan Kumawat Journalist & Content Writer