Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s five-nation visit, which just concluded, has helped secure investments for the country that will pave the way for economic empowerment and support self-reliance, Union Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday.
“Five days, five countries, but one message is clear – India stands strong on the world stage and the world looks at India with respect. This was not just a ride on the political diplomatic stage. There are 57 outcomes that will shape India’s future and strengthen our self-reliance,” Goyal said while addressing the media at the BJP headquarters.
Referring to the deals concluded between India and European countries and the expected investments, the minister said that India has now become a preferred global destination, and this is not just a coincidence but a deliberate strategy.
In response to a question about the upcoming visit of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Goyal said that the two countries have a very strong and strong partnership. He said that Prime Minister Modi often calls him his “friend, the US president.”
“We are friends and important trading partners. We have a strategic partnership in critical minerals, and we are working together on new technologies such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing and machine learning… We have finalized the interim first phase of the bilateral trade agreement, through which India will get preferential access, compared to our competitors, to the large US market…” he added.
He said Rubio’s visit is very timely and reflects the growing partnership between the United States and India, which will provide new opportunities for youth, farmers and women. “The investment is worth approx $The US has announced Rs 6,000 crore for India… That’s why we are called the trusted partner of the world.
Goyal accused the opposition parties, especially opposition leader Rahul Gandhi, of showing frustration after losing one election after another.
“The world looks at India and Prime Minister Modi with great confidence, and Rahul Gandhi continues to show a negative outlook through his statements and speeches.
“It is different that the people of India are rejecting it one by one,” Goyal said.
