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The year 2024 marks three-quarters of a century since the establishment of diplomatic relations between India and the Kingdom of Denmark, as well as between India and Finland.
NEW DELHI: In a celebration of 75 years of diplomatic ties, India and Finland, as well as India and Denmark, have revealed a special commemorative logo. The year 2024 marks three-quarters of a century since the establishment of diplomatic relations between India and the Kingdom of Denmark, as well as between India and Finland.
The unveiling ceremony, attended by the Foreign Ministers of Finland and India, showcased the logo, symbolising the enduring friendship, cultural exchange, and collaborative spirit between the nations over the past seven decades. The logo not only honors the shared history but also anticipates a future marked by continued partnership, innovation, and mutual growth.
Speaking at the event, Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Elina Valtonen, expressed her admiration for the remarkable journey of Finland-India relations. She remarked, “The 75-year journey of Finland-India relations has been remarkable. This logo beautifully symbolises our strong friendship and growing partnership.
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I am honoured to join my Indian counterpart in its unveiling. “The design, crafted by Indian student Aman Narayan from the World University of Design (WUD) in Haryana, draws inspiration from India’s rich cultural heritage and the renowned natural phenomenon of the aurora borealis, closely associated with Finland.”
During the Raisina Dialogue, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held discussions with Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen, covering various bilateral, regional, and international issues of mutual interest. They signed a mobility and migration partnership agreement between India and Denmark, demonstrating a commitment to enhance people-to-people ties.
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Furthermore, the ministers explored avenues for collaboration in new sectors such as defence, security, and technology, including the possibility of recruiting Indian healthcare professionals for employment in Denmark. They also deliberated on Danish involvement in the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative and outlined plans to establish a Comprehensive Green Strategic Partnership following the conclusion of the current Joint Action Plan in 2026.
Recent years have witnessed a deepening of India-Denmark relations, highlighted by Prime Minister Modi’s official visit to Denmark in May 2022 and Danish Prime Minister Frederiksen’s visit to India in 2021. The Indo-Danish Green Strategic Partnership has facilitated increased cooperation, particularly in areas related to sustainability and green technology.
Similarly, the ties between Finland and India have strengthened, with Finland recognising India as a key market for its products and an attractive destination for investment in high-tech industries. India, in turn, values Finland’s position as an important EU member and a centre of cutting-edge technology. The enhanced political and commercial engagements between the two nations reflect a shared commitment to fostering mutual prosperity and development.
