Modi’s visit makes him first Indian PM to visit Greece in 40 years

This marks Modi's first-ever trip to Greece.

New Delhi: As he arrived in Athens on Friday, Narendra Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Greece in 40 years.

This is also Modi’s maiden visit to Greece.

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Taking to X, the Prime Minister said: “Landed in Athens. Looking forward to a productive Greece visit aimed at deepening India-Greece friendship. I will be holding talks with @PrimeministerGR Kyriakos Mitsotakis and also interacting with the Indian community.”

Also in a tweet, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said that Modi “sets foot in the historic city of Athens for his first-ever visit to Greece. Warmly greeted by FM George Gerapetritis at the airport”.

A packed programme involving interactions with Greek leadership, business community, Indian diaspora and prominent personalities awaits the Prime Minister during his day-long trip.