We want peace and prosperity in South Asia' says Indian PM

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said his government has a “vision of regional cooperation and connectivity” in South Asia, in an interview with the Hindustan Times.

Stating that India wants “peace and prosperity in South Asia”, Mr Modi continued to say those principles remain “a guiding factor in our foreign policy”.

“The dividends are visible in the quantum leap in relations with Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka,” added Mr Modi.

In a wide ranging interview, Mr Modi went on to discuss relations with China, which he said reached “a new level of energy”, and with the United States.

“From my intimate discussions with President Obama, it is evident that India figures significantly in American geo-political, economic and strategic thinking,” added Mr Modi. “The convergence in our interests is strong and will guide further development of our ties”.

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