New Delhi
In a significant step on the global stage, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, May 3, played a world peace maker and called for a ceasefire in Ukraine and peace talks between Kyiv and Moscow.
"We appealed for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and for the adoption of dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the problem," the Prime Minister said at a press briefing in Copenhagen.
Notably, Modi's Danish counterpart Mette Frederiksen hoped that India will use its influence over Russia to end the war.
"Also talked about the war in Ukraine. Made DK (Denmark's) and EU’s position clear, and that we would like to see India use its influence with Putin," said a tweet from Denmark's Prime Minister's Office.
Frederiksen hoped that India will influence Russia on Ukraine and asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to “stop this war and end the killings”.
“My message is very clear that Putin has got to stop this war and to end the killings. I, of course, hope that India will influence Russia also in this discussion,” she said.
In a joint statement issued after the talks, the two Prime Ministers expressed serious concern about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.
"They unequivocally condemned civilian deaths in Ukraine. They reiterated the need for an immediate cessation of hostilities," the statement said.
Both the leaders emphasized that the contemporary global order has been built on the UN Charter, international law and respect for sovereignty and the territorial integrity of states.
"They discussed the destabilizing effect of the conflict in Ukraine and its broader regional and global implications. Both sides agreed to remain closely engaged on the issue," the statement said.
The two Prime Ministers emphasized the importance of India- EU Strategic Partnership and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen this partnership.
The two leaders appreciated the progress in restart of negotiations on India- EU Trade, Investment and Geographical Indicators Agreements.
The two Prime Ministers also exchanged views on current regional and global developments including the situation in Europe and the Indo-Pacific region.
PM Modi uses new millennial lingo FOMO to seek higher foreign investment
New Delhi
Displaying his unique power of communication, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on May 3, Tuesday, used a millennial lingo, 'FOMO', to lure investors and global business leaders to invest in India.
He said those who do not invest in India will certainly 'miss out' on a lot.
"These days the term FOMO or ‘Fear of Missing Out’ is gaining traction on social media. Looking at India’s reforms and investment opportunities, I can say that those who don’t invest in our country will certainly miss out," the Prime Minister said in Denmark capital Copenhagen.
This is not the first time the Prime Minister has new millennial lingo to enthus his audience.
On Jan 29, 2019, Modi's audience at 'Pariksha pe Charcha' session broke into laughter when the Prime Minister brought up the popular mobile game PUBG (PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds) while answering a question from a worried mother.
When a woman expressed concern about her Class IX son's online addiction, Mr Modi had said -"Ye PUBG wala hai kya?”.
Not surprising, PM Modi’s reply received a huge round of applause and cheers from the students.
Much to the pleasure of Modi admirers and perhaps equally to the discomfort of his detractors,the Prime Minister's ability to connect people of different societies and generationshave ensured that young Indians remain squarely behind him as he dominates the cultural and political narrative.
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