‘India, Italy Connected Beyond Diplomacy’: PM Modi Highlights Shared Cultural Roots
Vinita Bhat | May 20, 2026 7:41 PM CST
PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted the deep cultural ties between India and Italy, saying Sanskrit and Latin originate from the same language family, reflecting a civilisational connection that goes beyond diplomacy.
Addressing an event in Italy, Modi said the relationship between the two countries was rooted not only in strategic partnership but also in shared cultural heritage and historical links.
The Prime Minister also said responsible democracies like India and Italy believe in taking firm action against terrorism and dismantling terror funding networks. He further stressed that conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine war should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.
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