Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s flight touched down in Tajikistan on July 12th. PM of Tajikistan, Mr. Qohir Rasulzoda was himself present at the airport to receive Shri Modi. PM Modi thanked him for the wonderful welcome.
Landed in Tajikistan. My gratitude to PM Qohir Rasulzoda for the wonderful welcome. pic.twitter.com/EHASdGZJvp
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 12, 2015
I seek to take India's ties with Tajikistan to newer heights through this visit & expand the scale of cooperation. pic.twitter.com/PYsGvoleLv
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 12, 2015
On morning of July 13th, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was given a Ceremonial Reception.
Ceremonial welcome for PM @narendramodi in Tajikistan. pic.twitter.com/dp6qQPyCQr
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
From the ceremonial welcome a short while ago. https://t.co/vEoG5cdEW6
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
PM Modi held one-to-one talks with President of Tajikistan, Mr. Emomali Rahmon followed by high level delegation meeting. Both leaders discussed measures to strengthen cooperation between India and Tajikistan in areas of trade and commerce. PM Modi also complemented President Rahmon for his personal commitment and leadership in stepping up ties between both the countries. PM Narendra Modi also presented him a specially commissioned miniature painting of the tomb of the 17th century Indian poet Abdul Qadir Bedil.
President Rahmon's personal commitment & leadership is a source of great strength for India-Tajikistan friendship. pic.twitter.com/sF9QaO7cjb
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 13, 2015
Sitting down to talk India-Tajikistan cooperation. PM @narendramodi meets President Rahmon. pic.twitter.com/5pMfqyTpZ9
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
One-to-one meeting is followed by delegation level talks. pic.twitter.com/jPUEuJa8Wc
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
Presented President Rahmon a specially commissioned miniature painting of the tomb of the 17th century Indian poet Abdul...
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Key agreements were inked between both Nations to further augment the bilateral relations.
And now the signing of agreements. pic.twitter.com/JZvkd2bmin
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
Speaking at the Joint Press Conference, PM Narendra Modi assumed India and Tajikistan to be bound by historical, cultural and civilizational links. He noted Tajikistan to be nearest to India among all Central Asian countries. The Prime Minister said that connectivity was a vital aspect for realising the full potential of trade and commerce between both Nations. Both the countries also agreed to setting up of a North-South Transport Corridor.
I am delighted to visit Tajikistan. It is a beautiful country: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
We share deep historical, cultural and civilizational links. Tajikistan is nearest to India among all Central Asian countries: PM
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
Let me begin by expressing my deep appreciation and gratitude to President Rahmon and people of Tajikistan. pic.twitter.com/lwv9N3dz0Q
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
It is a great pleasure to meet President Rahmon. We met briefly in Ufa: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/TvrRsduRmV
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
We discussed measures to tap the rich potential in trade and commerce and to encourage joint ventures and investments: PM
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
Connectivity is vital for realizing the full potential of trade and commerce between our countries: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
We agreed to promote the International North South Transport Corridor: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
We discussed measures to tap the rich potential in trade and commerce and to encourage joint ventures and investments: PM
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
India and Tajikistan also agreed upon to further intensify the cooperation in combating terrorism and extremism jointly. Both the Nations stepped up their defence and strategic ties during the Prime Minister’s visit.
Connectivity is vital for realizing the full potential of trade and commerce between our countries: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
We agreed to promote the International North South Transport Corridor: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
We agreed to further strengthen our defence cooperation. It is a strong pillar of our strategic partnership: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
Combating terrorism and extremism has always been an important and productive area of cooperation: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/TvrRsduRmV
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
At a time of growing threat of terrorism, we have resolved to intensify our cooperation further: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
India joining SCO adds new dimension to our partnership: PM pic.twitter.com/A6hd9uXjCe
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
I have extended an invitation to President Rahmon to visit India at an early date & look forward to receiving him in Delhi: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
A special Workshop of Agriculture Cooperation was also organised in Dushanbe. Shri Modi was delighted that for the first time such an event was organised on a large scale. Quoting the success of Green Revolution in India, he said that international partnerships could be catalysts for the development of agriculture. The Prime Minister highlighted various aspects of India-Tajikistan cooperation in this very sector.
PM @narendramodi identifies 7 aspects of #IndiaTajikistan cooperation in Agriculture pic.twitter.com/7Bv17rg27J
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) July 13, 2015
It is natural for India & Tajikistan to cooperate extensively in agriculture. Together we can achieve a lot. https://t.co/MwxLf87j6Y
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 13, 2015
Wherever I have been, there is usually an event of this nature for trade, manufacturing or finance: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/V8Wrtfqlrk
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
This is the 1st time we have a joint event on agriculture, especially on a scale as large as this: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/V8Wrtfqlrk
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
As in the world of business, international partnerships can also be catalysts for the development of agriculture: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
It should be natural for India and Tajikistan to collaborate in agriculture, live stocks and dairy: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/V8Wrtfqlrk
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
After we gained independence in 1947, our journey in the agriculture sector has been remarkable: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/V8Wrtfqlrk
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
Today, we are self sufficient in food grains and one of the major exporters of farm produce and animal products: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
Today, the possibilities of cooperation are endless. Realising them is important: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
India and Tajikistan are strategic partners. This is one of our closest and most important relationships in the region: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
Ours is a shared enterprise of promoting development and prosperity in our two countries: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
We will deepen our cooperation in agriculture and transform our relationship in every field of human endeavour: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also unveiled a bust of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore in Tajikistan.
Remembering Gurudev Tagore in Tajikistan. pic.twitter.com/RMPnbOXD3O
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
Bust of Gurudev Tagore highlights the deep cultural & spiritual links between India & Tajikistan.
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Prime Minister Modi also paid a visit to India-Tajikistan friendship Hospital.
At the India-Tajik Friendship Hospital. pic.twitter.com/3jHKnsSCcU
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
A banquet was hosted in honour of PM Modi by the President of Tajikistan. He hoped that in the times to come, bonds between both the nations would be further enhanced.
PM @narendramodi at banquet: Across our mighty mountains, Indians and Tajiks have shaped each other through the ages. pic.twitter.com/hSlrHjAAho
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) July 13, 2015
PM @narendramodi on improving connectivity: We should be inspired by our ancestors who could not be held back by the tallest mountains.
— Vikas Swarup (@MEAIndia) July 13, 2015
As he concluded his visit, Shri Modi thanked the government and people of Tajikistan for the warm hospitality during his visit. Tajikistan visit marked the completion of Shri Narendra Modi’s visit to five Central Asian Nations. Heading back home, he was optimistic that strong ties between India and Central Asia would prove o be beneficial for the entire region.
Ташриф ба Тоҷикистон махсусан хуб буд. Он барои шарикии пойдор замина гузошт. Ба Ҳукумат барои меҳмондориашон изҳори сипос менамоям.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 13, 2015
Tajikistan visit has been special. It has laid foundations for an enduring partnership. Thanks to the Govt. & people for their hospitality.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 13, 2015
I complete my tour of Central Asia. My visits to these 5 nations convince me that India & Central Asia must reconnect on a larger scale.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 13, 2015
Strong ties between India & Central Asia are important for the future that we seek for our countries & our region.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 13, 2015
Six nations, bilateral meetings, summits, other programmes...PM @narendramodi concludes a historic visit. pic.twitter.com/V75B5v42SB
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 13, 2015
