PM Modi and President Sanchez reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the India-EU Strategic Partnership, focusing on the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor Project (IMEEC). President Sanchez's visit to India marked the first by a Spanish President in 18 years, aiming to boost connectivity between India and Europe. The leaders explored avenues for cooperation in trade, investment, technology, energy, and infrastructure development.
US President Joe Biden extended Diwali greetings, acknowledging the South Asian American community's contributions to American life. Emphasizing the importance of unity and historical awareness in American democracy, Biden highlighted the celebration of Diwali at the White House, a tradition continued by various administrations.
The disengagement process between Indian and Chinese troops in Demchok and Depsang is nearing completion, with both armies verifying the vacation of positions and infrastructure removal. The patrolling will resume once the disengagement process is fully concluded, aiming to restore the pre-April 2020 situation before Chinese aggression.