India and Italy Elevate Ties to Special Strategic Partnership
| Category | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Diplomatic Upgrade | India and Italy elevated relations to Special Strategic Partnership during PM Modi's visit. |
| Mechanisms | - Annual leadership meetings - Foreign Ministers-led review for Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-2029. |
| Priority Sectors | Semiconductors, clean tech, automotive, pharma, digital tech, tourism, med-tech, steel, infrastructure, critical raw materials, ports. |
| Critical Minerals MoU | Cooperation on lithium, rare earths, cobalt; focus on resilient supply chains and recycling (e-waste, mine tailings). |
| Connectivity (IMEC) | Support for India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC); MoU on maritime transport/ports; working group for implementation. |
| Tech & Innovation | INNOVIT India hub for AI, quantum computing, fintech, agritech, logistics, semiconductor, energy tech. |