India and Romania have signed three agreements for cooperation in the fields of Science and Technology, Education and Sports. The agreements were signed after delegation-level talks between President Droupadi Murmu and her Romanian counterpart, President Nicușor Dan, in Bucharest yesterday.
In her press statement, President Murmu said India and Romania have shared a close and enduring friendship for over seven decades, based on mutual trust, respect and strong people-to-people ties. She said the India-Romania partnership has continuously strengthened over time and is now entering a new phase with more ambitious goals, stronger cooperation and a shared vision for the future.
The President said she and President Dan held meaningful and productive discussions and reviewed the progress made in recent years. She said both countries agreed to further deepen cooperation across various sectors in alignment with their respective priorities.
President Murmu said India and Romania have set a target of doubling bilateral trade over the next three years. She said the India-EU Free Trade Agreement will open unprecedented opportunities for industries and skilled professionals. She added that both countries have agreed to expand cooperation in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, renewable energy, green hydrogen, agricultural production, fertilisers, science and technology, digital public infrastructure and artificial intelligence.
Meanwhile, President Droupadi Murmu, who is on a State Visit to Romania, will hold talks with Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan at the Victoria Palace in Bucharest today. She will also address the India-Romania Business Forum along with Romanian President Nicușor Dan.
Later in the day, President Murmu will visit the Romanian Parliament, where she will interact with President of the Senate Mircea Abrudean and President of the Chamber of Deputies Sorin Grindeanu. She will also pay homage at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier by laying a wreath.
The President’s engagements will also include a visit to the Bucharest University of Economic Studies and the National Village Museum, highlighting India’s emphasis on strengthening educational, cultural and people-to-people ties with Romania.
