**Summary:**
On June 2, 2025, the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, hosted the President of Paraguay, H.E. Mr. Santiago Pea Palacios, for a State visit at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring new areas of cooperation. President Murmu acknowledged the cordial relationship between the two nations, based on shared values such as democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. She expressed gratitude for Paraguay's support on global issues and condemnation of terrorism. Both leaders recognized the potential for increased trade and collaboration, particularly in education, employment, and technology. India offered to share its expertise in Digital Public Infrastructure. The visit is expected to enhance relations and foster new engagements between India and Paraguay.
Key Entities Referenced
President's Secretariat: The office supporting the President of India.
PRESIDENT OF INDIA: The Head of State of India, at the time Smt Droupadi Murmu.
PRESIDENT OF PARAGUAY: The Head of State of Paraguay, at the time H.E. Mr Santiago Pea Palacios.
Paraguay: A country in South America.
India: A country in South Asia.
02 JUN 2025: Date of the press release and the state visit.
PIB Delhi: Press Information Bureau, Delhi office.
Smt Droupadi Murmu: The President of India.
H.E. Mr Santiago Pea Palacios: The President of the Republic of Paraguay.
Republic of Paraguay: The formal name of the country of Paraguay.
Rashtrapati Bhavan: The official residence of the President of India.
Global South: A term often used to refer to countries with developing economies.
United Nations: An international organization founded in 1945.
Pahalgam: Location of a terrorist attack in India.
Digital Public Infrastructure: A system or platform that is openly accessible, which could be shared with Paraguay.
MJPSSR: An unspecified entity that the press release can be attributed to.
Release ID: 2133428: Identifier for the press release.
President's Secretariat
PRESIDENT OF INDIA HOSTS PRESIDENT OF
PARAGUAY
HISTORIC STATE VIST WILL OPEN UP NEW
AREAS FOR BILATERAL COOPERATION
Posted On: 02 JUN 2025 10:20PM by PIB Delhi
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu received H.E. Mr Santiago Peña Palacios, President of the
Republic of Paraguay at Rashtrapati Bhavan today (June 2, 2025). She also hosted a banquet in his honour.
Welcoming President Peña on his first State visit to India, the President said that relations between India and
Paraguay have been cordial and friendly. The two countries believe in the same principles and values –
democracy, human rights, rule of law, freedom of expression, peace, respect for sovereignty and territorial
integrity. Both countries have stood firm on the principles that we believe are important, and these principles
are rooted in our civilizational values and historical experiences.The President thanked the Government of Paraguay for its firm condemnation of terror and its message of
solidarity following the heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam. She appreciated Paraguay for its continued
support of India’s position on matters of global importance, including at multilateral forums such as the
United Nations.
The President was happy to note the growth in bilateral trade between India and Paraguay. However, she
pointed out that there is considerable scope for expanding relations in the trade and commercial sectors.
The President said that as part of the Global South, India and Paraguay face similar developmental challenges.
She noted that our approach to overcoming these challenges is also very similar: that is, to invest in education,
employment, and capacity building, thereby empowering them economically. She stated that India is using
technology as an enabler for sustainable development, and equitable access to technologies and the reduction
of the ‘digital divide’ are our national priorities. She said that India would be happy to share its experiences inthe area of Digital Public Infrastructure with Paraguay.
The two leaders agreed that there is immense potential to further deepen the ties. They expressed confidence
that this visit will help strengthen the relations and open new areas for engagements.
Please click here to see the President's Speech-
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MJPS/SR
(Release ID: 2133428)