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Key highlights of President Murmu's State visit to Portugal, Slovakia

New Delhi, April 15: President Droupadi Murmu was on a four-day State Visit to Portugal and Slovakia, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. During her visit, President Murmu met the leadership of both nations and interacted with Indian community members.

China's Xi arrives in Hanoi for State Visit to Vietnam

Hanoi, April 14: Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Hanoi on Monday to pay a State Visit to Vietnam.

President Murmu returns to Delhi following state visit to Portugal, Slovakia

New Delhi, April 11: President Droupadi Murmu returned to New Delhi after completing a four-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia, where she held high-level meetings aimed at strengthening India's bilateral ties with both nations.

Pleased that Slovakia recognises Indian community's hard work, says Prez Murmu

Bratislava, April 11: President Droupadi Murmu commended the Indian community for their contribution in deepening the India-Slovakia ties as she addressed the vibrant Indian diaspora at a community reception organised in Bratislava.

President Murmu addresses Indian diaspora in Slovakia; highlights growing cultural ties

Bratislava, April 11: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday (local time) highlighted the growing cultural ties between India and Slovakia while addressing the Indian community at a reception in Slovakia's capital during her two-day State visit to the country.

Slovak President hosts banquet at Bratislava Castle in honour of Prez Murmu

Bratislava, April 10: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday attended a banquet hosted in her honour by Slovakia President Peter Pellegrini at the historic Bratislava Castle.

President Droupadi Murmu meets leaders in Slovakia; witnesses exchange of two MoUs

New Delhi, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu reached Bratislava on the final leg of her State Visit to Portugal and the Slovak Republic, with both the countries witnessing the exchange of two Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs), one on cooperation in the fields of MSMEs and another on diplomatic training cooperation.

President Murmu accorded Guard of Honour, ceremonial welcome in Slovak Republic

Bratislava, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu was received by President Peter Pellegrini of the Slovak Republic at the Presidential Palace in Bratislava, Rashtrapati Bhavan said.

Historic and warm visit marking 50 years of ties: MEA Secretary Lal on President Murmu's Portugal trip

Lisbon, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu's state visit to Portugal marked a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between India and Portugal. The ceremonial welcome at the city square set the tone for the visit, where she inspected the guard of honor and received a grand salute.

President Murmu lands in Vienna; heads to Bratislava for State visit to Slovak Republic

Vienna, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Vienna on Tuesday as part of her ongoing four-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia.

President Murmu emplanes for Slovak Republic after concluding 'fruitful' State visit to Portugal

Lisbon, April 9: After concluding a "fruitful" State visit to Portugal, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday (local time) embarked for the next leg of her tour, Slovak Republic.

President Murmu addresses Indian diaspora in Portugal, highlights strong bilateral ties

Lisbon, April 9: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday addressed members of the Indian diaspora in Portugal, emphasising that the community embodies the shared values of democracy, pluralism, and fraternity that link both nations.

President Droupadi Murmu pays floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi statue in Lisbon

Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu paid a floral tribute to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi at the 'Alameda Mahatma Gandhi' in Lisbon on Tuesday.

President Droupadi Murmu meets Portuguese delegation, signs book of honour

Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday met with Portuguese delegation in Lisbon and signed book of honour.

President Murmu visits Portuguese Parliament, discusses ways to fortify bilateral relations

Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday met the President of Assembleia Da Republica, or the Portuguese Parliament, Jose Pedro Aguiar-Branco in Lisbon during her ongoing State Visit to the country.

Portugal, a trusted friend and partner, says President Murmu at Lisbon City Council

Lisbon, April 8: Marking the beginning of her first State Visit to Portugal, the President Droupadi Murmu delivered an address at the Lisbon City Council, expressing her delight at arriving in the Portuguese capital.

President Murmu accorded Guard of Honour in Portugal, calls for deeper bilateral ties

Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the Portuguese Parliament on Monday, where she was warmly received by the President of Assembleia da Republica, Jose Pedro Aguiar-Branco, as part of her ongoing state visit to Portugal.

Portugal: President Murmu attends banquet hosted in her honour by Portguese counterpart Rebelo de Sousa

Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu attended a banquet hosted in her honour by the President of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.

President Murmu recieves Key of Honour of Lisbon City in Portugal

Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday was presented with the "Key of Honour" of Lisbon City at the historic Camara Municipal de Lisboa (City Hall) in Portugal.

Celebrating 50 years of our diplomatic relations, President Murmu on visit to Portugal

Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday in her joint statement with President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa of Portugal said that her visit was significant as it occurred as the countries completed 50 years of their diplomatic relations.

India a powerful democracy, key global partner: Portugal President de Sousa

Lisbon, April 7: Emphasising the strength of bilateral ties and shared global values, Portugal President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa on Monday said India remains a vital partner in building a multilateral and open-minded world.

President Murmu begins State Visit to Portugal, accorded ceremonial welcome at historic Praca do Imperio

Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu visited the Church of Santa Maria and laid wreath at the tomb of Luis Vaz de Camoes – the national poet of Portugal – as she began her State Visit to Portugal on Monday.

President Murmu receives Guard of Honour in Lisbon

Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday received a Guard of Honour at Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon.

President Murmu recieved by Portugal President, accorded Guard of Honour

Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday was received by President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa of Portugal at the historic 'Praca do Imperio' in Lisbon.

President Murmu recieves Guard of Honour in Lisbon

Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday received a Guard of Honour at Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon.

President Droupadi Murmu arrives in Portugal's Lisbon

Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Lisbon, Portugal, late Sunday night (local time), marking the beginning of her four-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia from April 7 to 10.

President Droupadi Murmu embarks for 4-day state visit to Portugal, Slovakia

New Delhi, April 6: President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday emplaned for a 4-day state visit to Portugal and Slovakia from April 7-10.

Committed to working closely with India: Sri Lankan Minister Arun Hemachandra

Colombo, April 6: Sri Lanka Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Arun Hemachandra, on Saturday expressed confidence that relations between New Delhi and Colombo will continue to strengthen in the near future.

Sri Lankan President honours PM Modi with highest award-Mitra Vibushana

Colombo, April 5: Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake honoured Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the highest award to a foreign head of state, Mitra Vibhushana. Dissanayake said that PM Modi highly deserves this honour.

India and Portugal set to strengthen historical ties, strong diaspora links during President Murmu's visit

New Delhi, April 4: India and Portugal are expected to strengthen longstanding historical ties, very strong diaspora links and unique cultural linkages during President Droupadi Murmu's State Visit to the country from April 7-8 April at the invitation of her Portuguese counterpart Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa.

Expect closer ties, execution of connectivity projects: Ex-Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe

By Sahil Pandey, Colombo, April 4: During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Sri Lanka on Friday, former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe expressed hope for stronger bilateral relations and the implementation of connectivity projects.

Chilean President Gabriel Boric visits Taj Mahal during first state visit to India

Agra, April 2: Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font visited the Taj Mahal in Uttar Pradesh's Agra on Wednesday.

President Murmu to embark on State Visits to Portugal, Slovakia from April 7

New Delhi, April 2: President Droupadi Murmu will undertake State Visits to Portugal and Slovakia from April 7-10. These visits come as part of a significant diplomatic engagement to enhance India's bilateral ties with both countries.

Chile's President Gabriel Boric arrives in India for first state visit

New Delhi, April 1: Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font arrived in New Delhi on Monday for his first state visit to India, receiving a ceremonial welcome and a Guard of Honour. He was warmly received at the airport by Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita.

Didn't want PM Modi and other visiting world leaders to see tents, potholes, graffiti in Washington: Trump

Washington, March 15: Pledging to continue efforts to have a cleaner and safer Washington, US President Donald Trump on Saturday, India time, said that he had a "route run" around White House and the headquarters of the United States Department of State ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US capital to make sure that a cleanliness drive is carried out throughout the area to make it look nice and tidy.

PM Modi concludes Mauritius visit, shares highlights of second day

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