Archive · 11 Dec 2025
Italy-India Relations Strengthened During Tajani's Visit
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Italy in 2026.
This invitation was extended during a meeting where both leaders discussed strengthening the relationship between India and Italy.
They talked about important projects like the IMEC infrastructure and trade corridor, which connects India to Italy through several countries.
They also discussed working together on industry, culture, and peace efforts, especially regarding the situation in Ukraine and Gaza.
Tajani mentioned that both countries are strongly committed to these projects and are optimistic about their progress.
Additionally, there is a business forum scheduled in Mumbai to promote cooperation between Italian and Indian companies.
During his visit to India, Tajani met with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Isha Foundation founder Jaggi Vasudev, and Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal to further discuss bilateral cooperation in various sectors.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani invited PM Narendra Modi to visit Italy in 2026.
The invitation was extended on behalf of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Discussions focused on strengthening India-Italy relations, including the IMEC infrastructure and trade corridor.
Both leaders highlighted the importance of cooperation in industry, culture, and peace efforts.
A business forum is scheduled in Mumbai to promote cooperation between Italian and Indian companies.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani
- What
- Invitation for a visit to Italy in 2026 and discussions on strengthening India-Italy relations
- When
- Visit expected in 2026; specific dates to be decided
- Where
- Italy and India
- Why
- To strengthen bilateral relations, discuss IMEC infrastructure, trade, industrial cooperation, and peace efforts
- Inviting Country
- Italy
- Invited Leader
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- Invitation Extended By
- Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani
- Expected Visit Year
- 2026
- Key Discussions
- IMEC infrastructure, trade, industrial cooperation, peace efforts
- Potential Italian Visit to India
- To be decided in 2026
- IMEC Corridor
- Connects India, Israel, Gulf countries, Egypt, and Italy
- Business Forum
- Scheduled in Mumbai
Sources
PM Modi To Visit Italy In 2026? Here's What Foreign Minister Tajani Hinted At
Modi to visit Italy in 2026; accepts Italian PM Giorgia Meloni’s invitation
Working to have more Italy in India, more India in Italy: Antonio Tajani
SIMEST, ICC sign MoU to boost Italy-India economic cooperation