Relations between India and Italy have been bedevilled by serious differences in the past eight years. The marines issue, the Finmeccanica and AgustaWestland deals cast a long shadow. But there were signs of a thaw in ties after Prime Minister GIUSEPPE CONTE’S recent visit to address the annual Technology Summit in New Delhi. Conte gave written answers to questions posed by Geeta Mohan, India Today TV’s foreign affairs editor, about his visit. Excerpts:
On the current state of relations between India and Italy
India and Italy share the same principles of democracy, pluralism and respect for human rights. We are convinced that by working together, we can promote a free and fair system of international trade, fighting off protectionism while managing globalisation and minimising its distortions to ensure a fully dignified life to all citizens, with no one left behind. We face the same global challenges, such as the fight against climate change or the implementation of 2030 Agenda. We both belong to the G20 and we can work towards the achievement of similar goals.
How to improve trade between the two countries
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