Who is the chief guest for this year’s Raisina Dialogue?
Greece’s Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will be the chief guest at the Ministry of External Affairs’ annual Raisina Dialogue in Delhi.
When is the Raisina Dialogue scheduled?
The Raisina Dialogue is scheduled to be held from February 21 to 23.
Will there be any notable attendees besides the Greek Prime Minister?
Yes, several Foreign Ministers and Deputy Foreign Ministers from European countries including Latvia, Romania, Estonia, Serbia, and the Netherlands, as well as dignitaries from neighbouring countries like Nepal, Vietnam, among others, are expected to attend.
How does the Raisina Dialogue coincide with the G-20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting?
The Raisina Dialogue coincides with the G-20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting hosted by Brazil on February 21 and 22. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will stay in Delhi to host the Raisina Dialogue.
What are the key themes or discussions expected at the Raisina Dialogue?
Key discussions are expected on trade, strategic partnerships, and global and regional issues, including the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.
Will there be any U.S. representation at the conference?
Yes, Senior State Department official and former Ambassador to India Richard Verma, along with U.S. Admiral John Aquilino, Commander of the Indo-Pacific Command, are expected to address the conference.
What is the significance of PM Mitsotakis’s visit to Mumbai?
PM Mitsotakis’s visit to Mumbai is part of a state visit, and he is expected to be accompanied by a large business delegation, aiming to strengthen economic ties and encourage Greek businesses to invest in India.
What has been the recent development in India-Greece relations?
India-Greece relations have been elevated to a “Strategic Partnership” during Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Greece in August 2023, focusing on shared cultural values, economic growth, security and defence collaboration, and convergence on regional and global issues.
Are there any agreements expected to be finalized during this visit?
No government-to-government agreements are ready for finalization, but several Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) between Indian and Greek businesses in banking and finance, insurance, IT, and think tanks are likely to be signed.
What is the history of the Raisina Dialogue?
This is the ninth edition of the Raisina Dialogue, organized by the Ministry of External Affairs and the Observer Research Foundation (ORF). Previous editions have featured keynote addresses by leaders from Denmark, Rwanda, Israel, the European Commission, Italy, among others.
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