Modi Prince Alois Meeting : A major step has been taken towards strengthening relations between India and Liechtenstein. On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with Liechtenstein’s Hereditary Prince Alois at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The meeting focused on opportunities to expand cooperation between the two countries. This is Prince Alois’s second state visit to India. Earlier, President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Modi formally welcomed the royal couple at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The visit is considered significant for the future of bilateral relations.

Royal Couple Pays Tribute to Mahatma Gandhi
During their visit to India, Prince Alois and his wife, Hereditary Princess Sophie, visited Rajghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation. The royal couple participated in a floral tribute ceremony and signed the visitors’ book. Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary was also present on the occasion. Paying tribute at Rajghat is an important part of the official programmes of many foreign leaders visiting India. The royal couple’s itinerary included formal meetings as well as engagements connected with India’s historical and cultural heritage.



S Jaishankar Highlights Importance of Bilateral Relations
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also met Prince Alois. Expressing his pleasure on social media platform X, Jaishankar said he was delighted to meet the prince during his state visit to India. Referring to the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement between India and the European Free Trade Association, he said the agreement was accelerating cooperation across several sectors. He also expressed optimism about the meeting between Prime Minister Modi and Prince Alois. The agreement is considered an important instrument for expanding economic cooperation between India and Liechtenstein.



Prince Alois Calls India an Important Partner
During the reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan, Prince Alois said he felt honoured to visit India. He stated that the state visit demonstrated how much Liechtenstein valued its relationship with India. He also described the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement between India and the European Free Trade Association as an important milestone. The agreement came into force a year ago. According to Prince Alois, both countries are committed to building on their existing cooperation and further strengthening their bilateral relationship.

Five Key Sectors Set for Greater Cooperation
Prince Alois highlighted significant opportunities to expand economic cooperation between India and Liechtenstein. He specifically mentioned innovation, advanced manufacturing, financial services, education and technology. Greater collaboration in these areas could create new opportunities for businesses and investors in both countries. India’s large economy and Liechtenstein’s specialised expertise could complement each other and support new ventures. However, no specific announcement detailing new projects or investments in these sectors during the visit has emerged from the information provided.

TEPA Agreement Could Expand Trade Opportunities
The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement between India and the European Free Trade Association is playing an important role in strengthening economic relations. Besides Liechtenstein, the association includes Iceland, Norway and Switzerland. The agreement aims to expand opportunities for trade and economic cooperation. Prince Alois’s visit to India and his discussions with Prime Minister Modi highlight the shared interest in advancing the bilateral partnership. Attention will now focus on how the understanding reached during these meetings translates into concrete progress in trade and economic cooperation.