India views Italy as key partner, crucial ally in Europe: Dr S Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said India views Italy as a key partner, a crucial ally in Europe, and a very influential player in the Mediterranean.

Inaugurating the new Chancery of Indian Embassy in Rome, Dr Jaishankar said that the frequent interactions at various levels between the two countries are a sign of the depth and breadth of their bilateral ties.

He said, there is a convergence in our world views, a synergy in our endeavours, in addressing global and regional issues, and a new enthusiasm for



developing our bilateral ties.

Referring to the proposed India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), the minister said that this connectivity corridor will be a game changer between Europe and Asia.

During his stay in Italy, Dr Jaishankar will participate in the Outreach session of the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Fiuggi, where India has been invited as a guest country. He will also participate in the 10th edition of the MED Mediterranean Dialogue in Rome.