Rome, 20 May (LaPresse) – ‘The relationship between India and Italy has now reached a decisive stage. In recent years, our ties have expanded with unprecedented momentum, evolving from a cordial friendship into a special strategic partnership founded on the values of freedom and democracy, as well as a shared vision of the future.’ This is stated in a joint article in Corriere della Sera by the Italian Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, and the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi. ‘At a time when the international system is undergoing profound changes, the partnership between Italy and India is driven by frequent meetings at the highest political and institutional levels, and is taking on a new and higher dimension that combines our economic dynamism, the creativity of our societies and the wisdom of millennia-old civilisations,’ they add. “Our cooperation reflects a shared awareness that prosperity and security in the 21st century will be determined by nations’ ability to innovate, manage energy transitions and strengthen their strategic sovereignty. To this end, we are committed to deepening and diversifying our bilateral relationship, with the aim of pursuing new goals and leveraging our complementary strengths,” Meloni and Modi further state.