Parliament Question: G-7 Summit

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO- 933 ANSWERED ON- 24/07/2026 G-7 SUMMIT 933. SHRI CHAMALA KIRAN KUMAR REDDY SHRI EATALA RAJENDER Will the Minister of EXTERNAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state:- (a) whether PM attended G7 Summit and addressed global leaders on “Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity”, if so, the details thereof; and (b) the details of countries visited by PM recently including Australia, France and the Slovak Republic and other countries and outcome thereof along with MoUs signed and benefit accrued to India from such visits till date? ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (SHRI PABITRA MARGHERITA) 1(a) Hon'ble Prime Minister attended the G7 Summit Outreach Session on 16-17 June 2026 in France and addressed three outreach sessions including the session on “Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity”. In his remarks at the session, Prime Minister underscored the need for building international partnerships based on trust and addressing shared challenges through dialogue, diplomacy and international cooperation. He called for building relations based on equality, dignity and mutual respect and highlighted India’s international initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, Global Biofuel Alliance, Mission LiFE and development partnerships focusing on capacity building and skill development guided by India’s ‘humanity first’ approach. The English translation of Prime Minister’s Statement is placed at Annexure-I. (b) Hon'ble Prime Minister recently visited France (13-18 June 2026), the Slovak Republic (14-15 June 2026), Seychelles (27-29 June 2026), Indonesia (06-08 July 2026), Australia (08-10 July 2026) and New Zealand (10-11 July 2026). During these visits, a number of bilateral documents were signed to further strengthen India's bilateral partnerships; details are placed at Annexure-II. 2Annexure I English Translation of Prime Minister's Statement during G7 Summit - Outreach Session: Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity (June 16, 2026) President Macron, Your Excellencies, Namaskar! I sincerely thank President Macron for his warm welcome and hospitality at the G-7 Summit Friends, Today's world is more connected and inter-dependent than ever before. A country's energy security, food security, health security, cyber security, and economic security no longer depend only on what happens within its borders. Mobility, data, money, and technology, all link us together. In times like these, strong partnerships become even more important. But partnerships can succeed only when they are built on trust. Today, the most strategic asset is not minerals, technology, or markets - it is mutual trust. The trust that technology and supply chains will be used for global good, not as weapons. The trust that development opportunities will not be 3limited to a few countries only. Trust that global institutions will fulfil the aspirations of all countries. Friends, In the last century, humanity had to go through two world wars. After many sacrifices, the global community developed systems to move forward towards peace, stability and prosperity. The basis of these arrangements was also trust. But, the trust built over decades and through the contributions of many generations stands under threat today. COVID-19 exposed that the claims of trust and solidarity were often weaker than people believed. Today the world does not suffer from a shortage of resources; it suffers from a shortage of trust. And the future of our partnerships depends on building this trust. Former US President Ronald Reagan once said, "Trust, but verify." This message remains relevant even today. It is our responsibility towards future generations to build a trusted, rules-based global order that is suited to the needs of the new era. Friends, India has always believed that the whole world is one family. Our actions are guided by the principle of "Sarvajana Hitaya, Sarvajana Sukhaya" which means the welfare and happiness of all. 4India's development journey has taught us that progress is most meaningful when it is driven by the aspirations of the people. This principle also shapes our international partnerships. Guided by this vision, India has led several global initiatives, including the International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, Global Biofuels Alliance, Mission LiFE, and "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam." India has always considered it our duty to help countries in times of crisis as a First Responder. During the COVID-19 pandemic, India supplied medicines and vaccines to more than 150 countries. Whether it was a cyclone in Sri Lanka, an earthquake in Afghanistan, floods in Mozambique, or hurricanes in Cuba and Jamaica, India has always responded with a "Humanity First" approach. The same spirit guides our development partnerships, which focus on capacity building and skill development in partner countries. India believes that the true test of partnership is not what we build for others, but what we enable others to build for themselves. Friends, Today, countries of the Global South have high expectations from the international community. However, they are not looking for aid or support alone, they seek genuine partnership. They want to contribute to and participate in global development, not merely receive its benefits. 5We must move beyond the traditional donor-recipient approach and build relationships based on equality. Instead of merely working alongside one another, we must work together towards common goals. Our partnerships should be based on dignity and mutual respect, not dependency. By doing so, we can create a strong foundation for the sustainable development for future generations. Friends, International partnerships and global solidarity can only be meaningful if we work together to address shared challenges. India firmly believes that lasting solutions to the ongoing tensions and conflicts in various parts of the world are possible only through dialogue, diplomacy, and international cooperation. We welcome the progress being made towards peace in West Asia. The conflict has caused significant loss of lives and property in our friendly countries in the region. Disruptions to maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz have also affected the global economy. Many Indian civilians lost their lives. It is our responsibility to ensure the safety of the seafarers who connect nations through global maritime trade. We must ensure that maritime routes remain secure and that seafarers can perform their duties without fear. Friends, 6India stands ready to work with all its partners on these issues. Thank you very much. Evian June 16, 2026 DISCLAIMER -This is the approximate translation of Prime Minister's Statement. Original Statement was delivered in Hindi. Prime Minister addresses the session on “Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity” at G7 Summit in France (June 16, 2026) Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today addressed the Outreach Session on ‘“Forging New Partnerships and Rebuilding International Solidarity”, at the G7 Summit in Evian, France. 2. In his intervention, Prime Minister underlined that, in an interconnected world, where energy, food, health, cyber, and economic security are intertwined, building international partnerships was a necessity for the progress and prosperity of humanity. He further added that, in an uncertain world, trade and technology were being misused for narrow interests, leading to a trust deficit in the international arena. Alluding to the lessons from the COVID pandemic, he called upon nations to focus on building trust and transparency in global partnerships. 73. Sharing India’s approach to international cooperation, Prime Minister stated that India has always followed the principle of “humanity first”, and this thought continues to be at the center of its efforts, be it pursuing action under the International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, Global bio-fuel Alliance, Mission LiFE or Ek Ped Maa ke Naam [Plant for Mother] campaign. He further added that this inclusive approach has also led India to be the first responder when natural disasters have struck various parts of the world – be it a cyclone in Sri Lanka, earthquake in Afghanistan, floods in Mozambique or hurricane in Jamaica. 4. Speaking about India’s inclusive and sustainable growth, Prime Minister elaborated that its mantra of “Sarv Jan Hitaye, Sarv Jan Sukhaye” [welfare and happiness for all], had led to appreciable results in fostering financial inclusion, health security, digital identity, technology-led empowerment of people and women-led development. 5. Prime Minister noted that international partnerships should move beyond the donor-recipient paradigm to one of solidarity and equal ownership. He also stated that lack of respect for international law was 8the biggest hurdle to building international solidarity, and needed to be addressed as a priority. He emphasized that for international partnerships needed to prioritize dialogue and diplomacy for ensuring peace and stability. The full remarks of Prime Minister may be seen here [link]. Evian June 16 2026 9Annexure-II A. France: Hon’ble PM visited France from 13-18 June 2026. The following are the key outcomes and documents concluded during the visit: S. Title Benefits to India No. 1. Adoption of India-France  Deepens cooperation in critical and Innovation Roadmap emerging tech, AI and startup and 2030 incubator ecosystems.  Promotes academic mobility and industry-academia linkages  Accelerates development of joint solutions for global challenges. 2. Creation of a Joint India-  Builds structured bilateral mechanism France AI Working Group for AI initiatives  Supports joint R&D, capacity building, focused on AI academic and industry exchanges governance  Promotes start-up linkages and innovation Memorandum of  Supports skilling, institutional links 3. Understanding on the and research in aviation and establishment of a aerospace sectors National Centre of  Strengthens workforce readiness for Excellence for Skilling in manufacturing and MRO Aeronautics and Allied Sectors at NSTI, Kanpur Expanded possibilities  Strengthens India’s digital public 4. for using India’s real- infrastructure footprint in Europe time payment system-  Improves the payment experience for Unified Payments Indian tourists, students, diaspora, Interface (UPI)-in France business travelers, and official delegations  Showcases India’s secure low cost and scalable digital payments model in Europe 5. Incubation of an  Provides Indian start-ups, a structured additional 10 Indian landing platform in Europe with startups at Station F. access to French mentors, investors, 10corporate, and market networks Establishment of a  Strengthens India’s research and 6. Centre of Digital innovation ecosystem by providing Sciences between Indian researchers and start-ups Department of Science access to leading French expertise and Technology (DST)  Supports capacity building joint R&D, and Institut National de Talent mobility and technology Recherche en Sciences development in areas aligned with et Technologies du India’s digital transformation priorities Numérique (INRIA) 7. Establishment of an  Strengthens India France academic ICCR India Chair on “AI, and cultural cooperation Innovation and Culture”  Promotes teaching and research on at Universite Paris- AI, innovation and culture Saclay  Facilitates academic exchange and knowledge sharing 8. Letter of Intent between  Enables India to position DEPA as a Indian Council of trusted consent based and privacy- Medical Research preserving model for international (ICMR) and Health Data health data collaboration. Hub of France  Helps build institutional capacity in health data governance.  Supports AI driven medical research.  Creates a scalable framework for secure health data pilots. 9. Setting up of a High-  Provides a high-level annual platform level Mechanism for to monitor and accelerate bilateral realizing the goal of trade growth. doubling bilateral trade  Addresses sectoral challenges and in the next five years. identify new areas of economic cooperation.  Supports supply chain diversification and stronger industry linkages. 10.Institution of an  Facilitates in advancing India-France Economic Security cooperation in strategic sectors, Dialogue including critical minerals, critical technology and energy.  Strengthens India’s economic resilience and strategic autonomy. 11.Declaration of Intent on  Supports India’s railway Cooperation on Railway modernization and high-speed rail 11and High-speed Railway ambitions. Development in India  Helps promote resilient railway manufacturing supply chains.  Builds capacity through cooperation with institutions such as the Gatishakti Vishwa Vidyalaya and French industrial academic partners. 12.General Security  Allows exchange of information Agreement on the between India and France in a Exchange and secured manner by providing a legal Protection of Classified framework. Information  Enhances India-France cooperation in strategic areas and promotes India- France defence industrial collaboration and make-in-India projects.  Strengthens India-France strategic partnership. Letter of Intent between  Strengthens cooperation between 13.ISRO and CNES ISRO and CNES in the field of micro- concerning cooperation gravity research and human research in the field of studies. microgravity research  Strengthens India’s expertise for the and human space Gaganyaan - human space flight exploration program and the planned future Bhartiya Antariksh Station  Facilitates in advancing India-France collaboration in human space flight and space research initiatives. B. Slovak Republic: Hon’ble PM paid a state visit to the Slovak Republic from June 14-15, 2026. The following are the key outcomes and documents concluded during the visit: S. Title Benefits to India No. 1. MoU on cooperation in  Promote talent mobility and the field of Labour ensure safe and legal Migration migration of Indian workers to Slovakia. 122. MoU on Digital  Facilitates Stronger India– Technologies Slovakia cooperation in the digital sector.  Promotes greater collaboration in Artificial Intelligence, High Performance Computing and Internet of Things.  Promotes India’s Digital Public Infrastructure and digital public goods. 3. MoU on Cooperation in  Facilitates stronger the field of Higher institutional linkages in Education and higher education. Research  Enhances joint research and academic exchanges.  Facilitates the sharing of knowledge, expertise, and best practices in higher education. 4. MoU on Audio-visual Co-  Increases cooperation production between the two countries in the audiovisual field  Promotes and facilitate co- production of films.  Fosters cultural and economic exchanges 5. Establishment of first  Promotes Indian expertise in ever ICCR Chair in digital innovation and Artificial Intelligence at emerging technologies. the Technical University of Kosice  Promotes India as a global 13knowledge and technology partner. 6. Letter of Intent  Aims at greater opportunities promoting cooperation for Indian defence exports. in the Defence field  Promotes stronger defence industry and training cooperation.  Aims at enhanced collaboration in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) and UN peacekeeping. 7. MoU in the field of  Aims at stronger cooperation Quantum in quantum communication Communication and and cybersecurity. Critical Infrastructure  Promotes India’s expertise in Protection post-quantum cryptography.  Aims at protection of critical information infrastructure. 8. MoU between National  Aims at stronger cooperation Institute of in traditional medicine Naturopathy, Pune, research. Ministry of Ayush, and Slovak Health Spa  Promotes integration of Piestany Indian medicine with modern balneology.  Promotes international recognition of India’s traditional healthcare systems. 14C. Seychelles: Hon’ble PM undertook a State Visit to Seychelles from 27 to 29 June 2026, to attend the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Independence of Seychelles as the Guest of Honour, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between India and Seychelles. During the visit, key outcomes include i) Gifting of Fast Patrol Vessel ‘PS Lespwar’ to the Government of Seychelles; ii) Handover of 10 utility vehicles and 5 sets of Laser Radial class boats to the Seychelles Defence Force; iii) Handover of 6 ambulances to the Government of Seychelles; iv) Handover of 500 MT of rice to the Government of Seychelles; v) Handover of 8500 MT of cement to the Government of Seychelles; vi) Virtual ground-breaking ceremony for the Professional Technical Education Centre; vii) Completion of Refit of PS Zoroaster for Seychelles Coast Guard; viii) Launch of commemorative logo marking 50 years of diplomatic relations between India and Seychelles; and ix) joining of the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure by Seychelles. The following are the key outcomes and documents concluded during the visit: S. No. Title Benefits to India Memorandum of  Facilitates institutional Understanding between cooperation between MoFAD, 1. Sushma Swaraj Institute Seychelles and SSIFS of Foreign Service through exchanges, training (SSIFS) and Ministry of programmes and capacity Foreign Affairs and the building. Diaspora (MoFAD) of the Republic of Seychelles Memorandum of  Facilitates the deployment of Understanding between UPI digital payment 2. National Payments infrastructure in Seychelles, Corporation of India and identify avenues for (NPCI) International broader collaboration in Payments Ltd. and payments ecosystem. Central Bank of Seychelles Agreement between M/s  Facilitates the export of HLL Lifecare Limited and affordable generic medicines 3. the Ministry of Health of and medical supplies from the Republic of India to Seychelles under the Seychelles under the Janaushadhi Scheme 15Janaushadhi Scheme Memorandum of  Promotes close collaboration Understanding between between ICAR and Indian Council of Seychelles Agriculture 4. Agricultural Research Department in areas of joint (ICAR), Republic of India research, training and and the Agriculture technical study. Department, Ministry of Fisheries, Agriculture and Blue Economy, Republic of Seychelles for Cooperation in Agriculture Research and Education and Work Plan for 2026-2031.  Aims at strengthening Extradition Treaty bilateral cooperation in 5. between the Republic of combating transnational India and the Republic of crime and enhancing the Seychelles legal framework for extradition of fugitives between the two countries. Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Transport, Ports and Civil Aviation of  Facilitates recognition of 6. the Republic of Indian seafarers’ training and Seychelles and the certification for service on Ministry of Ports, Seychelles-flagged vessels. Shipping and Waterways of the Republic of India on the Recognition of Training and Certification of Seafarers for Service on Seychelles Flagged Vessels.  Aims at supporting Umbrella Line of Credit implementation of projects Agreement between the under the Special Economic 7. Government of Package (SEP), announced 16Seychelles and Export- during the visit of President Import Bank of India Herminie in February 2026  Aims at advancing priority infrastructure and development initiatives in Seychelles. Memorandum of Understanding between  Aims at strengthening the Government of the collaboration in satellite 8. Republic of India and the applications, space Government of the technology and capacity Republic of Seychelles on building. Cooperation in the Exploration and Uses of Outer Space for Peaceful Purposes. Memorandum of Understanding between  Establishes a framework for the Government of the bilateral cooperation for 9. Republic of India and the development of the new Government of the Seychelles National Hospital. Republic of Seychelles on Preliminary Preparations for the New Seychelles National Hospital D. Indonesia: Hon’ble PM undertook a state visit to Indonesia from 6-8 July 2026. The following are the key outcomes and documents concluded during the visit: S. No. Title Benefits to India  Strengthens cooperation between Coast Guards of Extension of MoU and both countries Implementation  Improves coordination in 1. Arrangement on Maritime maritime domain Safety and Security awareness, search and Cooperation rescue and capacity building 17 Promotes safety and freedom of navigation in the Indo-Pacific  Enhances real-time maritime information sharing Deployment of Indonesian 2.  Strengthens bilateral Liaison Officer in IFC-IOR maritime security cooperation in the Indo- Pacific  Demonstrates the capability of Indian defence industry  Strengthens Atmanirbhar Cooperation on BrahMos Bharat and boosts 3. Missile System indigenous defence manufacturing  Promotes innovation, global competitiveness and exports  Boosts India’s defence exports and Make-in-India for the world  Enhances technology Air-to-Air Missile 4. collaboration and defence Cooperation Agreement capabilities  Strengthens India’s indigenous missile development ecosystem  Promotes investments in the mineral and mining MoU on Cooperation in sector the field of Minerals and 5.  Improves access to Technology of Steel advanced extraction and Supply Chain processing technologies  Encourages joint studies 18and projects  Strengthens critical mineral supply chains Strategic Joint Venture  Promotes joint production between Steel Authority and access to technology of India (SAIL) and Pt.  Promotes job creation Krakatau Steel for 6. especially for our youth establishment of  Adds to industrial Stainless-Steel Slab development and Viksit manufacturing facility in Bharat goals Indonesia MoU between Non-Ferrous  Facilitates cooperation in Materials Technology rare earths and critical Development Centre minerals 7. (NFTDC), Midwest Ltd.,  Promotes diversification and PT PERMINAS on of supply chain in rare development of Rare earths and critical Earth Magnets minerals  Facilitates sharing of best practices in disaster MoU between National management Disaster Management  Promotes the use of tech- Authority (NDMA) and based applications for 8. National Agency for early warning and risk Disaster Management, assessment Indonesia  Improves coordination in disaster response and recovery E. Australia: Hon’ble PM visited Australia from 08-10 July, 2026. The following are the key outcomes and documents concluded during the visit: S. No. Title Benefits to India  Promotes collaboration between defense innovation ecosystems and defence in dustry 191. Joint Declaration on  Promotes information sharing. Defense and Security  Deepens collaboration in Cooperation (JDDSC) Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR)  Promotes information sharing, and capability development  Facilitates greater operational 2. Maritime Security coordination. Collaboration  Strengthens collaboration in Roadmap (MSCR) HADR, Pollution Response, and Search and Rescue Operations  Facilitates coordinated coastal surveillance  Promotes coordination in maritime 3. India-Australia Joint domain awareness activities. Statement on Energy  Strengthens maritime law Security enforcement. Finalization of  Facilitates supply of uranium from Administrative Australia to India. 4. Arrangement of the  Promotes diversification of energy India-Australia Civil sources Nuclear Agreement  Promotes India’s Energy security  Aims to support national and regional security.  Promotes collaboration to make critical supply chains more 5. Australia-India resilient Partnership for Cyber,  Strengthens collaboration in Critical Technologies, critical technologies, Supply Chains cybersecurity, and digital (PACTS) resilience.  Facilitates identification of specific projects for collaboration under each pillar of cooperation  Promotes establishing and operating High-Performance 20Sports Centres in India  Promotes experience sharing for major sporting events such as Olympics and Commonwealth 6. India-Australia Sports Games Collaboration  Identifies Para sports as a key Roadmap priority  Promotes cooperation between Sport Integrity Australia and National Anti-Doping Agency India.  Promotes India’s export of sports goods to Australia.  Facilitates coordinated coastal surveillance MoU between Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and  Promotes coordination in maritime 7. Maritime Border domain awareness activities. Command (MBC) of  Strengthens maritime law Australia enforcement. Australian invite for  Strengthens professional military an Indian military engagement instructor in  Facilitates knowledge exchange 8. Australian Defense College for 2028-29 MoU between Ministry  Facilitates setting up a Centre of of Skill Development Excellence in Mining Equipment, and Entrepreneurship Technology and Services at (MSDE), and Technical National Skill Training Institute and Further Education (NSTI), Bhubaneswar. (TAFE), Government  Facilitates developing a Centre of of Western Australia 9. to set up a Centre of academic excellence in sub- Excellence in Mining domains of mining operations, and Mining mine safety, mineral processing, Equipment, mine machinery, etc. Technology and  Enables exchange of Services (METS students/trainees between National Centre for Excellence and TAFE, Western Australia 21Handing over Letter of  Grants permission to establish its Intent (LoI) to campus in India Flinders’ University  Brings international education 10. for setting up its infrastructure to students in India. campus in India  Further enhances India-Australia (Bengaluru) educational partnership. Signing of Letter of  Strengthens regulatory Intent (LoI) between frameworks in vocational training National Council for systems Vocational Education  Promotes co-development and and Training (NCVET) 11. alignment of occupational and Australian Skills standards in priority sectors Quality Authority (ASQA)  Enables capacity building of officials, staff exchanges, joint workshops/research activities.  Brings back 3 Indian antiquities including: a. The sacred bull Nandi, vehicle of Shiva [Description: Tamil Repatriation of Indian Nadu, India, 11th to 12th artifacts century Granite] b. Trident with Auspicious Kali 12. [Bhadrakali][Description: Tamil Nadu, India, 11th century bronze] c. The six-headed Skanda (Kartikeya) [Description: Tamil Nadu, India, 12th century basalt]  Facilitates training of 2000 women and youth as solar technicians/installers/helpers Operationalization the  Supports the PM Surya Ghar Rooftop Solar Training 13. Yojana launched by Hon PM in Academy January 2024.  Supports India’s green energy 22journey  Aims to advance trilateral cooperation in emerging MoU under Australia- Canada-India technologies and innovation, under 14. Technology and the Australia–Canada–India Innovation (ACITI) Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership Partnership  Aims at adoption of advanced exploration methodologies. MoU between Geoscience Australia  Promotes capacity building and 15. (GA) and Geological skill development. Survey of India (GSI)  Enables technological upgradation and modernization of GSI infrastructure. Traditional Knowledge  Provides access of Indian Digital Library access Traditional Knowledge Digital 16. agreement between Library (TKDL) to IP Australia Council of Scientific &  Promotes prevention of bio-piracy. Industrial Research (CSIR) and IP Australia MoU between Council  Promotes collaborative research of Scientific and programs towards drug target Industrial Research identification. 17. (CSIR) and University  Facilitates trainee programs. of Melbourne  Promotes Faculty exchange Programs  Facilitates joint academic activities and workshops. MoU between Satyajit Ray Film and  Promotes development of joint 18. Television Institute projects in cinema and allied (SRFTI), Kolkata with fields. Griffith Film School,  Facilitates collaboration on short- South Brisbane, term workshops, or summer Australia. schools.  Enables the Victoria University to begin operations and admissions 2319. Handing over of Letter soon. of Approval to  Brings international education to Victoria University Indian students F. New Zealand: Hon’ble PM visited New Zealand from July 10-11, 2026 that also saw elevation of the bilateral relationship to the Strategic Partnership level. The following are the key outcomes and documents concluded during the visit: S. No. Title Benefits to India  Strengthens maritime security Memorandum of cooperation and Arrangement on Maritime interoperability in the Indo- Cooperation between the 1. Pacific. Ministry of Defence of  Enhances maritime domain India and the New awareness, joint exercises, Zealand Defence Force HADR and capacity building.  Improves availability of high- quality hydrographic data and Implementation navigational charts. Arrangement concerning  Promotes building technical cooperation in matters of 2. capacity through training and Hydrography and Nautical data sharing. Cartography between  Promotes cooperation in India and New Zealand enhancing international maritime safety for ships Arrangement concerning  Improves operational reach, the provision of Mutual Logistics Support interoperability and defence 3. between the Indian Navy cooperation in the Indo- and the New Zealand Pacific. Defence Force  Institutionalizes counter- Arrangement on terrorism dialogue and establishing a Joint Working Group on intelligence exchange. 4. Counter-Terrorism  Strengthens cooperation between India and New against terrorism, violent Zealand extremism and transnational 24threats. Memorandum of Cooperation between the  Strengthens disaster National Disaster preparedness, response and Management Authority of 5. resilience. India and the National  Enhances capacity building Emergency Management and knowledge sharing Agency (NEMA) of New Zealand Memorandum of Cooperation in the fields  Supports productivity, of Animal Husbandry and technology adoption and best- Dairying between the practice exchange. 6. Ministry of Fisheries,  Aims at cooperation to benefit Animal Husbandry and farmers and strengthening Dairying of India and the food security Ministry of Primary Industries of New Zealand Memorandum of Arrangement in the field  Promotes two-way tourism and of Tourism between the people-to-people exchanges. Ministry of Tourism of 7.  Supports economic growth India and the Ministry of and employment in the tourism Business, Innovation and sector. Employment of New Zealand  Promotes exchanges in priority sports and athlete development such as Rugby, India-New Zealand Joint Rowing, Athletics, Golf, Bowls, 8. Action Plan on Sport etc.  Strengthens sporting institutions and people-to- people links. Memorandum of  Facilitates museum Arrangement for collaboration and knowledge development of National 9. exchange, design and Maritime Heritage maintenance know-how. Complex (NMHC), Lothal  Promotes India's maritime at Gujarat between NMHC 25and New Zealand heritage and cultural tourism. Maritime Museum Arrangement on Cultural  Deepens mutual Cooperation between the understanding and promotes Ministry of Culture of 10. people-to-people ties. India and Ministry of  Strengthens bilateral cultural Culture and Heritage of diplomacy. New Zealand ***** 26