Swiss Confederation President Guy Parmelin stated that his visit to India serves as a "stepping stone" towards fortifying the "close and long-standing partnership" binding the two countries. During his visit, he met with Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Earlier in the day, President Parmelin attended a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at Rajghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, accompanied by his wife, Caroline Parmelin, as reported by Rising Kashmir.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also called on the visiting Swiss leader. Detailing the engagement in a post on X, Jaishankar appreciated President Parmelin’s sentiments towards deepening the partnership, building on the promise of India-EFTA TEPA.
Marking the formal commencement of his itinerary, President Parmelin received an official ceremonial reception at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan, where he was greeted cordially upon arrival by President Droupadi Murmu alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to Rising Kashmir.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed confidence that President Parmelin's meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi will further the engagement across a wide range of domains.
This visit helps strengthen India's position in international relations for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, potentially leading to future trade and investment opportunities.