New Delhi, June 23: Norway’s Ambassador to India, Me-Ailin Steiner, credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s successful visit to Norway for the recent momentum in bilateral relations, sustainable development, and green cooperation. In an interview, she stated that the visit has significantly strengthened ties between the two nations.
Reflecting on India-Norway relations, she remarked, “The relationship between our countries is extremely strong and positive, with notable progress in recent years. Prime Minister Modi’s trip to Norway has brought about a positive shift. This was the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Norway in 43 years, and we were eager to host him. His visit has given new momentum to our bilateral relations.”
Steiner further emphasized that the green strategic partnership between the two countries has become even more robust following this visit. She expressed delight in the establishment of a green strategic partnership that enhances ongoing efforts in green energy, blue economy, green maritime space, and circular economy. The circular economy aims to maximize resource use while minimizing waste.
These remarks were made during the launch event of the ‘Yara India Sustainability Report 2025’ held in New Delhi. She noted that Yara International has been operating in India for the past 15 years and is a leading Norwegian company with significant government ownership.
Steiner expressed pride in Yara’s long-standing presence in India and the release of its sustainability report. According to her, the company’s fertilizers and technological solutions contribute to promoting sustainable agriculture and environmentally friendly farming practices in the future.
The ambassador congratulated Yara on this achievement, stating that such initiatives play a crucial role in maintaining environmental balance in the agricultural sector and improving resource utilization.
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