PM Modi congratulates ‘friend’ Giorgia Meloni as 49-year-old becomes Italy’s longest-serving post-war leader | Today’s news

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on her historic achievement. He praised her leadership as the 49-year-old became Italy’s longest-serving post-war leader.

Prime Minister Modi highlighted the confidence of Italian citizens in her leadership in a post on X, saying: “I congratulate my friend Prime Minister Meloni on becoming the longest continuously serving Prime Minister in Italy’s post-war history. This milestone is a reflection of the Italian people’s confidence and trust in her leadership.”

“Her friendship was also instrumental”

At the same time, Prime Minister Modi acknowledged her role in promoting the India-Italy Special Strategic Partnership, writing, “Her friendship has also contributed to the strengthening of the India-Italy Special Strategic Partnership and I look forward to continuing our close cooperation in building a prosperous future for the people of our countries. I wish her every success in the years to come.”