New Delhi, Aug 27 (PTI) Finland's President Alexander Stubb on Tuesday reiterated his country's support for an early conclusion of a mutually beneficial India-EU Free Trade Agreement in a phone call to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
A PMO statement said the two leaders also reviewed progress in the India-Finland bilateral relationship and reaffirmed their commitment to enhance partnership in emerging fields, including quantum technologies, 6G, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and sustainability.
Stubb affirmed support for the success of the AI Impact Summit to be hosted by India in 2026, it added.
The statement said Stubb shared his assessment with Modi on the recent meetings held between the leaders of Europe, the United States and Ukraine in Washington on the resolution of the conflict in Ukraine.
In a post on X, Modi said, "Had a good conversation with President Alexander Stubb. Finland is a valued partner in the EU. Discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in key sectors such as trade, technology and sustainability."
He said they exchanged perspectives on the ongoing efforts for peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine.
Modi reiterated India's consistent support for the peaceful resolution of the conflict and early restoration of peace and stability, it added.