India Celebrates 79 Years of Independence: World Leaders Extend Greetings
As India marked its 79th Independence Day on August 15, the country received warm greetings from world leaders, including Saudi King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The Saudi monarch and his son extended their felicitations to President Droupadi Murmu, wishing the government and people of India continued progress and prosperity.
Saudi Arabia’s Message of Friendship and Cooperation
In a statement issued by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, King Salman sent a congratulatory message to President Murmu. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques expressed his wishes for the president’s continued good health and happiness. He also extended his greetings to the government and people of India, wishing them steady progress and prosperity.
The statement highlighted the distinguished relations between Saudi Arabia and India, emphasizing the shared commitment of the two countries to advancing cooperation across all fields. King Salman praised the strong bond between the two nations, which has enabled them to work together in various areas, including trade, energy, and security.
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Message
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman also sent a separate message to President Murmu on the occasion of India’s Independence Day. He wished the government and people of India continued progress and prosperity, reflecting the strong ties between the two countries.
The Crown Prince’s message underscored the importance of the bilateral relationship between Saudi Arabia and India, which has been strengthened by their shared commitment to advancing cooperation across all fields. The two countries have made significant progress in various areas, including trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges.
Wishes Pour In from Around the World
As India celebrated its Independence Day, wishes poured in from across the world. Russian President Vladimir Putin extended his greetings to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, hailing India’s remarkable progress in the economic, social, scientific, and technological spheres. He noted that India rightfully commands considerable authority in the international arena.
Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu reaffirmed the commitment of the country to deepen its partnership with India and the enduring friendship between the people. French President Emmanuel Macron extended his warm wishes to the people of India on the landmark occasion of the nation’s 80th Independence Day. Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay expressed his hope that the friendship and close bond between the two nations would continue to flourish.
A Diplomatic Engagement of Friendship and Cooperation
The messages from world leaders on India’s Independence Day underscore the breadth of the country’s diplomatic engagement and the emphasis placed on friendship, cooperation, and a peaceful and prosperous region. As India continues to celebrate its independence, these greetings serve as a testament to the country’s growing influence and its commitment to building stronger partnerships with nations around the world.
In a statement, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted the distinguished relations between Saudi Arabia and India, emphasizing the shared commitment of the two countries to advancing cooperation across all fields. The statement noted that the two countries have made significant progress in various areas, including trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges.
As India marks 79 years of independence, these greetings from world leaders reflect the country’s growing stature on the global stage and its commitment to building stronger partnerships with nations around the world.