Prime Minister's Office

PM interacts with Indian Community in Lisbon, Portugal

Posted On: 24 JUN 2017 11:46PM by PIB Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who was on a historic visit to Portugal, met the Indian community in Lisbon, and interacted with them. During his address, Shri Modi highlighted several aspects of the India-Portugal partnership. 

Shri Modi highlighted his meeting with António Guterres, who was also the former Prime Minister of Portugal. The Prime Minister spoke about yoga and holistic healthcare and appreciated the role Portugal was playing to further the message of yoga. 

Prime Minister Modi said that India is now among the fastest growing countries in the world. Lauding the role of ISRO scientists, Shri Modi said, "In the field of space, our scientists have done great work. Recently 30 nano satellites were launched." 

Earlier he also expressed sadness over loss of lives in forest fire in Portugal. 

Prime Minister Modi also presented the Overseas Citizen of India card to Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa. 

 

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