Modi Slovakia, Concludes Agreements

Key Points Summary

· PM Narendra Modi thanked Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico for the warm welcome and described him as a true friend of India.

· The visit marked the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia since its independence.

· India and Slovakia elevated their ties to a Comprehensive Partnership, reflecting shared trust and future goals.

· Both leaders discussed expanding cooperation in trade, automobiles, railways, advanced manufacturing, and green technologies.

· PM Modi thanked Slovakia for supporting the finalisation of the India–EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and called for its early implementation.

· A new MoU on Digital Technologies will strengthen cooperation in Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI).

· India announced the establishment of an AI Chair at the Technical University of Kosice to promote responsible and human-centric artificial intelligence.

· Both countries agreed to deepen collaboration in space technology, building on India's launch of Slovakia’s first satellite in 2017.

· Cooperation in civil nuclear energy will be enhanced through partnerships between industries and experts.

· A Letter of Intent on Defence Cooperation was signed to boost joint development, production, and defence industry collaboration.

· India and Slovakia reaffirmed support for resolving international disputes through peaceful means and for reforming global institutions to reflect 21st-century realities.

· The two countries emphasized strong cultural and people-to-people ties, including the translation of Indian Upanishads into Slovak.

· An MoU on Labour Migration was announced to facilitate the movement of skilled professionals, with a Social Security Agreement expected soon.

· PM Modi invited Prime Minister Fico to visit India, and the invitation was accepted.

[ABS News Service/16.06.2026]

Your Excellency,

Prime Minister Fico,

Delegates from both countries,

Friends from the media,

Namaskar!

“Dobrý deň”

I express my heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Fico for the warm and gracious welcome extended to us.

He is not only an experienced leader, but also a true friend of India. His friendship and unwavering commitment have played a significant role in elevating India-Slovakia relations to new heights. I am pleased that, through my meeting with him today, I had the privilege of witnessing a historic moment in our bilateral relationship.

This visit of mine marks the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia. I am delighted that, on this historic occasion, we have decided to elevate our relationship to the level of a Comprehensive Partnership. This reflects our shared trust, shared priorities, and shared future.

Friends,

Today, the Prime Minister and I held detailed discussions on imparting new direction and renewed momentum to our cooperation. The progress being made in our bilateral trade and economic cooperation is a matter of satisfaction for us.

However, our capabilities are vast, and our aspirations are even greater. Automobiles, railways, advanced manufacturing, and green technologies are areas of particular interest for us. In all these sectors, we have today taken several important decisions by combining our strengths for the welfare of the people of both countries.

I express my special gratitude to the Prime Minister for Slovakia’s support in finalising the India–EU FTA. We will work towards its earliest possible implementation so that industries, start-ups, and traders from both countries can derive maximum benefit from it.

Friends,

Technology is an important pillar of our future partnership. The MoU signed today on digital technology will open new avenues for cooperation in Digital Public Infrastructure.

I am pleased that an India Chair on AI is being established at a university in Slovakia. It is our shared belief that AI should become a powerful instrument for the service and progress of humanity. We believe that the future of AI should be founded not only on innovation, but also on trust, responsibility, and human dignity.

There is tremendous potential for expanding our cooperation in the space sector. In 2017, Slovakia’s first satellite was launched by India. Today, India’s space sector is reaching new heights at an unprecedented pace. I invite Slovak companies to become part of this growth journey.

Civil nuclear energy is also a key area of priority for both countries. We emphasised enhancing cooperation between the industries and experts of both nations in this sector.

Defence cooperation is a reflection of our deep mutual trust and strategic convergence. I am pleased that today we signed a Letter of Intent in this important sector. This will provide fresh momentum to joint development, joint production, and cooperation between the defence industries of both countries.

Friends,

India and Slovakia are also moving forward in close coordination on the global stage. We agree that all disputes and tensions should be resolved through peaceful means. Together with all our partners, we will continue to work in this direction.

We also agree that global institutions must redefine themselves in accordance with the realities and challenges of the twenty-first century. We will work towards strengthening global efforts on this issue.

Friends,

Deep cultural and people-to-people ties between our two countries provide a strong foundation for our relationship. The translation of India’s ancient Upanishads into the Slovak language is an excellent example of our cultural closeness.

People of Indian origin living in Slovakia are making significant contributions to its economy and society. To enhance the mobility of professionals and skilled workers between our two countries, we have today announced an MoU on labour migration. We will also soon finalise the MoU on social security.

Excellency,

once again express my heartfelt gratitude for today’s highly meaningful discussions and for your positive outlook towards India.

On behalf of 1.4 billion Indians, I extend an invitation to you to visit India. I am pleased that you have accepted this invitation as well. We look forward to warmly welcoming you.

I am confident that our Comprehensive Partnership will serve as the foundation for new opportunities, shared prosperity, and a brighter future for our people in the years to come.

Thank you very much. Namaskar.