World leaders laud India’s achievements on 75 years of Independence

By PTI

WASHINGTON/PARIS: Global leaders led by US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron congratulated Indians on the seventy fifth anniversary of India’s independence on Monday, as they vowed to additional strengthen bilateral ties with the world’s largest democracy which has made gorgeous achievements.

President Biden recalled Mahatma Gandhi’s “enduring message of truth and non-violence” to honour 75 years of India’s democratic journey.

This yr, the US and India additionally rejoice the seventy fifth anniversary of diplomatic relations, Biden mentioned, underling that the 2 democracies will proceed to face collectively to defend the rules-based order, advance a free and open Indo-Pacific and tackle the challenges that the world is going through.

“As people around the world, including nearly four million (40 lakh) proud Indian-Americans, celebrate the 75th anniversary of India’s independence on August 15, the United States joins the people of India to honour its democratic journey, guided by Mahatma Gandhi’s enduring message of truth and non-violence,” Biden mentioned in a press release.

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“This year, we also celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between our great democracies. India and the United States are indispensable partners, and the US-India Strategic Partnership is grounded in our shared commitment to the rule of law and the promotion of human freedom and dignity,” he mentioned.

He mentioned the partnership between the 2 nations is additional strengthened by the deep bonds between their individuals. “The vibrant Indian-American community in the United States has made us a more innovative, inclusive, and stronger nation,” Biden mentioned.

“I am confident that in the years ahead our two democracies will continue to stand together to defend the rules-based order; foster greater peace, prosperity and security for our people; advance a free and open Indo-Pacific; and together address the challenges we face around the world,” Biden mentioned.

In a separate assertion, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken greeted the individuals of India as they celebrated 75 years of independence on August 15. “On this important day, we reflect on the democratic values that we share, and we honour the people of India who are, together, building an even brighter future,” Blinken mentioned.

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“This year is especially meaningful for our two nations as we celebrate a milestone: 75 years of diplomatic relations. Our strategic partnership touches everything from climate to trade to our vibrant people-to-people ties,” he mentioned.

“I am confident that, as two great democracies, our partnership will continue to contribute to the security and prosperity of our people and the global good. Happy Independence Day, India!” Blinken mentioned.

French President Macron took to Twitter to congratulate Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the individuals of India on the event. “Dear friend @NarendraModi, dear people of India, congratulations on your Independence Day! As you proudly celebrate India’s stunning achievements in the past 75 years, you can count on France to always stand by your side,” Macron tweeted.

In his message, Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese mentioned he has fond recollections of his travels to India. Albanese mentioned he stays “strongly committed to deepening our partnership in the spirit of respect, friendship and cooperation”.

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“On the first Independence Day in 1947, when Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru called for his people to join with confidence in the adventure of their new independence, the world could not have imagined how profoundly India would heed his call,” mentioned the Australian Prime Minister.

“The emergence of the world’s largest democracy and the achievements made by independent India have been remarkable,” Albanese mentioned within the assertion.

Recalling his first act because the Prime Minister of Australia, he mentioned that he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the Quad summit in Tokyo. “Together, with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and US President Joe Biden, we reinforced our commitment to advancing the Indo-Pacific’s needs,” he mentioned.

“As Comprehensive Strategic Partners, Australia and India are committed to growing bilateral cooperation,” he mentioned, including that this yr’s Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement will additional assist alternatives for mutual progress and prosperity.

India and Australia signed an interim Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) on April 2 below which Canberra would supply duty-free entry in its marketplace for over 95 per cent of Indian items similar to textiles, leather-based, jewelry and sports activities merchandise.

The settlement will assist in taking bilateral commerce from USD 27 billion to USD 45-50 billion within the subsequent 5 years.

“All Australians applaud India’s successes and the many achievements that define this great country and its people,” he mentioned. He thanked the Indian-Australian neighborhood for his or her contributions to the Australian “society, to our culture, to our country, and to the links between our nations”.

Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles additionally tweeted a congratulatory message for India’s Independence Day and shared photos of INS Sumedha, an Indian navy vessel that’s docked at Fremantle Port, Perth.

“”Congratulations to India on celebrating its seventy fifth anniversary of Independence right this moment and welcome INS Sumedha to Perth for this occasion. People-to-people hyperlinks anchor our partnership and I ship my finest needs to our massive and vibrant Indian diaspora neighborhood,” Marles mentioned.

Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih in a tweet mentioned, “Warm wishes to @rashtrapatibhvn, PM @narendramodi and people of India as India celebrates its 75th year of Independence.”

“Maldives and India have always shared deep bonds of friendship and it is our wish that India remains a beacon of freedom, progress and diversity!,” Solih wrote.

Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan wished External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on the seventy fifth anniversary of India’s independence and expressed hope that the bilateral relations will proceed to develop from power to power. “Wishing my good friend @DrSJaishankar and friends in India great joy as they celebrate 75 years of independence,” the Indian-origin minister tweeted.

“I am confident that bilateral relations will continue to grow from strength to strength as Singapore and India further enhance our cooperation,” he tweeted.

WASHINGTON/PARIS: Global leaders led by US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron congratulated Indians on the seventy fifth anniversary of India’s independence on Monday, as they vowed to additional strengthen bilateral ties with the world’s largest democracy which has made gorgeous achievements.

President Biden recalled Mahatma Gandhi’s “enduring message of truth and non-violence” to honour 75 years of India’s democratic journey.

This yr, the US and India additionally rejoice the seventy fifth anniversary of diplomatic relations, Biden mentioned, underling that the 2 democracies will proceed to face collectively to defend the rules-based order, advance a free and open Indo-Pacific and tackle the challenges that the world is going through.

“As people around the world, including nearly four million (40 lakh) proud Indian-Americans, celebrate the 75th anniversary of India’s independence on August 15, the United States joins the people of India to honour its democratic journey, guided by Mahatma Gandhi’s enduring message of truth and non-violence,” Biden mentioned in a press release.

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“This year, we also celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between our great democracies. India and the United States are indispensable partners, and the US-India Strategic Partnership is grounded in our shared commitment to the rule of law and the promotion of human freedom and dignity,” he mentioned.

He mentioned the partnership between the 2 nations is additional strengthened by the deep bonds between their individuals. “The vibrant Indian-American community in the United States has made us a more innovative, inclusive, and stronger nation,” Biden mentioned.

“I am confident that in the years ahead our two democracies will continue to stand together to defend the rules-based order; foster greater peace, prosperity and security for our people; advance a free and open Indo-Pacific; and together address the challenges we face around the world,” Biden mentioned.

In a separate assertion, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken greeted the individuals of India as they celebrated 75 years of independence on August 15. “On this important day, we reflect on the democratic values that we share, and we honour the people of India who are, together, building an even brighter future,” Blinken mentioned.

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“This year is especially meaningful for our two nations as we celebrate a milestone: 75 years of diplomatic relations. Our strategic partnership touches everything from climate to trade to our vibrant people-to-people ties,” he mentioned.

“I am confident that, as two great democracies, our partnership will continue to contribute to the security and prosperity of our people and the global good. Happy Independence Day, India!” Blinken mentioned.

French President Macron took to Twitter to congratulate Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the individuals of India on the event. “Dear friend @NarendraModi, dear people of India, congratulations on your Independence Day! As you proudly celebrate India’s stunning achievements in the past 75 years, you can count on France to always stand by your side,” Macron tweeted.

In his message, Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese mentioned he has fond recollections of his travels to India. Albanese mentioned he stays “strongly committed to deepening our partnership in the spirit of respect, friendship and cooperation”.

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“On the first Independence Day in 1947, when Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru called for his people to join with confidence in the adventure of their new independence, the world could not have imagined how profoundly India would heed his call,” mentioned the Australian Prime Minister.

“The emergence of the world’s largest democracy and the achievements made by independent India have been remarkable,” Albanese mentioned within the assertion.

Recalling his first act because the Prime Minister of Australia, he mentioned that he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the Quad summit in Tokyo. “Together, with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and US President Joe Biden, we reinforced our commitment to advancing the Indo-Pacific’s needs,” he mentioned.

“As Comprehensive Strategic Partners, Australia and India are committed to growing bilateral cooperation,” he mentioned, including that this yr’s Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement will additional assist alternatives for mutual progress and prosperity.

India and Australia signed an interim Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) on April 2 below which Canberra would supply duty-free entry in its marketplace for over 95 per cent of Indian items similar to textiles, leather-based, jewelry and sports activities merchandise.

The settlement will assist in taking bilateral commerce from USD 27 billion to USD 45-50 billion within the subsequent 5 years.

“All Australians applaud India’s successes and the many achievements that define this great country and its people,” he mentioned. He thanked the Indian-Australian neighborhood for his or her contributions to the Australian “society, to our culture, to our country, and to the links between our nations”.

Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles additionally tweeted a congratulatory message for India’s Independence Day and shared photos of INS Sumedha, an Indian navy vessel that’s docked at Fremantle Port, Perth.

“”Congratulations to India on celebrating its seventy fifth anniversary of Independence right this moment and welcome INS Sumedha to Perth for this occasion. People-to-people hyperlinks anchor our partnership and I ship my finest needs to our massive and vibrant Indian diaspora neighborhood,” Marles mentioned.

Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih in a tweet mentioned, “Warm wishes to @rashtrapatibhvn, PM @narendramodi and people of India as India celebrates its 75th year of Independence.”

“Maldives and India have always shared deep bonds of friendship and it is our wish that India remains a beacon of freedom, progress and diversity!,” Solih wrote.

Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan wished External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on the seventy fifth anniversary of India’s independence and expressed hope that the bilateral relations will proceed to develop from power to power. “Wishing my good friend @DrSJaishankar and friends in India great joy as they celebrate 75 years of independence,” the Indian-origin minister tweeted.

“I am confident that bilateral relations will continue to grow from strength to strength as Singapore and India further enhance our cooperation,” he tweeted.