India-US Relations: A Dynamic Path Forward
The resonance of India’s Prime Minister’s statement before a joint session of the United States Congress rings as a unique tribute to the country’s developing and diverse ties with the United States.
Economic Impact and Diaspora Impact
The bilateral relationship between India and the United States has its origins in a confluence of elements that have aided its development. Among these is India’s rising economic footprint, a growth dynamo that has captivated the world’s attention.
Trade Synergy and Economic Interdependence
This developing alliance is built on economic interdependence. Since the beginning of the millennium, economic ties between India and the United States have grown threefold, culminating in a remarkable USD 191 billion trade volume in 2022.
Indo-Pacific Alignment and Global Perspectives
The contours of political alignment are equally fascinating. The significance of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework in sustaining growth, tranquillity, and prosperity across the Indo-Pacific region stands as a testament to shared convictions.
Indo-French Affinity:
A Multifaceted Affinity
The affinity between India and France reverberates in multifaceted ways, reaching beyond diplomatic rhetoric into tangible demonstrations of camaraderie. A notable instance was the Indian Prime Minister’s presence as the Guest of Honour at France’s Bastille Day Parade.
Visionary Strategic Partnership
A visionary document titled “25th Anniversary of the Strategic Partnership between France and India: Towards a Century of Indo-French Relations” serves as a guiding light for their bilateral journey till 2047.
Converging Defense Interests
The strategic blueprint extends its influence to the skies and beneath the waves. The delivery of 36 Rafale jets to the Indian Air Force and the successful realisation of the P75 submarine program affirm the commitment to collaborative endeavours in fighter planes and submarines.
Interwoven Bonds: France-India Partnership
Emerging from the embers of the Cold War’s end in January 1998, France stood as one of India’s earliest allies, crafting a “strategic partnership” that encapsulated shared values and aspirations.
Defense Cooperation and Bilateral Trade
The arena of defence cooperation marked a significant milestone in their relationship. France seamlessly transformed into a crucial defence collaborator, ascending to the position of India’s second-largest defence supplier between 2017 and 2021.
Economic Synergy and Global Collaborations
Economic synergy strengthened their connections, with bilateral trade reaching a record-breaking USD 13.4 billion in 2022-23, with India’s exports exceeding USD 7 billion. France, the 11th largest foreign investor in India, has invested USD 10.49 billion since April 2000, demonstrating their commitment to a shared future.
India and Egypt: Resurrecting Historical Bonds
Recent times witnessed the resurgence of historical bonds as India’s Prime Minister embarked on a transformative visit to Egypt, a nation not visited since 1997.
Shared Aspirations and Diplomatic Ties
A shared aspiration for liberation from British colonial rule provided an intrinsic thread between Mahatma Gandhi and Egyptian revolutionary Saad Zaghloul, forging a connection that transcended geographical boundaries.
This profound shared goal paved the way for diplomatic ties, culminating in the establishment of formal relations at the Ambassadorial level on August 18, 1947.
Resurgence and Collaborative Epoch
A pivotal moment in their camaraderie arrived in 1955 when India and Egypt inked a friendship pact. This alliance, along with Yugoslavia, Indonesia, and Ghana, birthed the Non-Aligned Movement in 1961—an embodiment of their shared commitment to sovereign autonomy.
India and the UAE: Currency of Collaboration
In a groundbreaking stride towards cross-border economic synergy, India and the United Arab Emirates sealed a pact to establish a Local Currency Settlement System.
This pact, materialised during the Prime Minister’s recent visit to Abu Dhabi, aims to amplify the use of the Indian rupee (INR) and the UAE Dirham (AED) for seamless cross-border transactions, echoing a commitment to mutually beneficial financial cooperation.
Genesis of Bilateral Relations
The diplomatic fabric between India and the UAE finds its genesis in 1972, blossoming into a comprehensive strategic partnership after the Indian Prime Minister’s visit to the UAE in 2015.
The bilateral relations, further solidified during the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi’s participation in India’s Republic Day celebrations in 2017, stand as a testament to their shared vision for a future marked by mutual understanding and cooperation.
Economic Prosperity and Collaboration
The canvas of bilateral trade between India and the UAE is adorned with remarkable figures, with trade valued at USD 85 billion in 2022-23. The UAE emerges as India’s third-largest trading partner and secures its position as the second-largest export destination for Indian goods.
Awards Conferred Upon PM Narendra Modi by Various Countries
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, known for his diplomatic acumen and visionary leadership, has been honoured with numerous prestigious awards from various countries.
1. Companion of the Order of Logohu (Papua New Guinea) – May 2023
2. Companion of the Order of Fiji (Fiji) – May 2023
3. Ebakl Award (Republic of Palau) – May 2023
4. Order of the Druk Gyalpo (Bhutan) – December 2021
5. Legion of Merit (United States) – 2020
6. King Hamad Order of the Renaissance (Bahrain) – 2019
7. Order of the Distinguished Rule of Nishan Izzuddin (Maldives) – 2019
8. Order of St. Andrew Award (Russia) – 2019
9. Order of Zayed Award (United Arab Emirates) – 2019
10. Grand Collar of the State of Palestine Award (Palestine) – 2018
11. State Order of Ghazi Amir Amanullah Khan (Afghanistan) – 2016
12. Order of Abdulaziz Al Saud (Saudi Arabia) – 2016
Summary
The collaboration between India and Egypt, as well as the resonance of India’s connection with the UAE, emerge as colourful threads in the fabric of international relations, weaving a story of cooperation, common aims, and a commitment to create a future of peace and mutual progress.
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