RNS: In a meeting in New York on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated India’s support for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine during discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This marks the first meeting between the two leaders since Modi’s recent visit to Ukraine.
Prime Minister Modi visited Ukraine at Zelenskyy’s invitation last month, making him the first Indian Prime Minister to do so since Ukraine gained independence in 1991. Following their discussions, India’s Ministry of External Affairs released a statement noting that both leaders expressed satisfaction with the strengthening of bilateral ties and focused on the path to peace in Ukraine.
During the conversation, Modi emphasized India’s consistent approach to resolving the conflict through diplomacy and dialogue among all stakeholders. He stated, “India was never neutral in its stance; from the very first day, we have been on the side of peace.”
The Prime Minister’s call for global peace was echoed in his address to the UN General Assembly, where he stressed the need for reforms in major global institutions. “Reform is the key to relevance,” he declared at the “Summit of the Future.” Modi asserted that humanity’s success lies in collective strength rather than in conflict, highlighting the importance of reform for the advancement of global organizations.
During his visit to the United States, Modi also participated in a meeting with QUAD leaders, further solidifying international cooperation efforts.
