'Congratulations to My Friend': PM Narendra Modi Praises Giorgia Meloni on Becoming Italy's Longest-Serving Prime Minister
PM Narendra Modi congratulated Italian PM Giorgia Meloni for becoming Italy's longest-serving postwar leader, reaching 1,413 days in office. PM Modi praised her role in strengthening the India-Italy Special Strategic Partnership following their May diplomatic meetings. 'This milestone is a reflection of the trust and confidence of the Italian people in her leadership', he said.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated his Italian counterpart, Giorgia Meloni, on becoming the longest-continuously serving Prime Minister in Italy's postwar history, commending her leadership and the deepening bilateral ties between the two nations. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Narendra Modi referred to Meloni as his "friend" and said, "This milestone is a reflection of the trust and confidence of the Italian people in her leadership."
A Historic Milestone for Italian Leadership
The Giorgia Meloni-led administration officially surpassed the tenure of former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi on Friday, reaching 1,413 days in office. Meloni assumed office as Italy's first female Prime Minister on October 22, 2022. Giorgia Meloni Gets A Chapter In Class 6 GK Book, Viral Video Leaves Internet Amused.
Her Friendship Has Also Been Instrumental in Strengthening the India-Italy Special Strategic Partnership
Congratulations to my friend Prime Minister Meloni on becoming the longest continuously serving Prime Minister in Italy's postwar history. This milestone is a reflection of the trust and confidence of the Italian people in her leadership.
Her friendship has also been…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 4, 2026
Acknowledging the milestone on X, PM Modi praised the achievement as a testament to public confidence. "Congratulations to my friend Prime Minister Meloni on becoming the longest continuously serving Prime Minister in Italy's postwar history," PM Modi posted. "Her friendship has also been instrumental in strengthening the India-Italy Special Strategic Partnership and I look forward to continuing our close cooperation to build a prosperous future for the people of our countries. My best wishes for her continued success in the years ahead," he added.
Deepening Bilateral and Diplomatic Ties
The latest exchange follows a pattern of mutual acknowledgement between the two leaders. In July, Meloni congratulated PM Modi on becoming India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister, referencing their recent meetings in Rome. Bilateral relations received a significant boost during PM Modi's two-day official visit to Italy in May, where he held discussions with Meloni and President Sergio Mattarella. During the visit, both leaders agreed to elevate diplomatic ties to a Special Strategic Partnership, institutionalising annual leadership meetings alongside regular ministerial dialogues. India Stresses ‘Mutual Respect’ With Italy After Rahul Gandhi’s Giorgia Meloni Jibe.
The diplomatic engagement has frequently captured public attention online, notably through viral social media moments affectionately dubbed the "#Melodi" trend. During their May meetings, PM Modi presented Meloni with a packet of "Melody" toffees - an informal gesture that was warmly received and shared by the Italian Prime Minister on social media.
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