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PM's address at the closing ceremony of Festival of China in India
Speaker: Dr.Manmohan Singh
Date: December 16, 2010 New Delhi

PM's address at the closing ceremony of Festival of China in India I am delighted to be here today on the occasion of the Closing Ceremony of the Festival of China in India and the festivities associated with the commemoration of the 60th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between India and China. The Festivals of China in India and of India in China have played a crucial role in increasing awareness and consciousness about each other's countries and cultures. We have been touched by the response of the people of China to the Festival of India in China. The people of India have on their part watched with admiration the Shanghai Expo and the spectacular conduct of the Asian Games in China. Through this Festival, the people of India have had a glimpse of the richness of China's culture and pageantry. India and China are two great ancient civilizations that have flourished for thousands of years. The constant exchange of ideas, scholars, goods and scriptures has enriched our relationship through the ages, and finds a strong resonance in modern times. Contemporary India-China relations are a product of this long evolutionary process of historical contacts, and the underlying emphasis of both civilizations on traditions and values; the arts and culture; dialogue; the spirit of adventure and the unyielding quest for progress and development. Six decades ago, as young nations, India and China rediscovered each other and understood each other's aspirations. The development of sound elations with China has since then been a constant feature of India's foreign policy. As the economic weight of the world shifts towards Asia, the steady development of India and China have opened new opportunities for the global economy. Our shared interest in creating a more equitable world order has transformed our relations beyond its bilateral dimension to a strategic and global partnership. There is enough space in the world for both India and China to grow and fulfil the development aspirations of their respective peoples. As we draw the curtain on the celebrations of the 60th anniversary, we also open our hearts and minds to usher in the next decades of India-China friendship and cooperation. China is India's largest neighbour. We must significantly enhance our understanding of each other through greater exchanges in all fields, whether cultural, tourism, sports, students or scholars. We must close the information gap between us and learn about each other's achievements directly rather than through third sources. India-China cooperation will be the keystone of the Asian century that is unfolding before us. On this occasion I take this opportunity to applaud the personal role played by Premier Wen Jiabao in the advancement of our Strategic and Cooperative Partnership. This has laid the ground for the future growth of India-China relations.
PM's speech at banquet hosted for Premier Wen Jiabao of  China
Speaker: Dr.Manmohan Singh
Date: December 16, 2010 New Delhi

PM's speech at banquet hosted for Premier Wen Jiabao of  China I am delighted to welcome Premier Wen Jiabao and members of his distinguished delegation to India. Excellency, you are a friend of India, and the architect of the India-China Strategic and Cooperative Partnership established during your landmark visit to India in 2005. Your personal commitment to expanding and strengthening our bilateral ties is deeply valued by the people of India. Your visit, Excellency, is a fitting culmination to the commemoration of the 60th anniversary year of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of India and the People's Republic of China. India and China are young nations but ancient civilizations. Our history abounds in exchanges of scholars, monks, pilgrims, traders, craftspersons, travellers and ideas. These exchanges have enriched our societies. They have given strength and resilience to our relations in modern times. Since your last visit to India, Excellency, the world has witnessed significant changes. India has been engaged in the task of socio-economic transformation. We have a mutual stake in each other's progress and prosperity. We have lot to learn from each other's development experiences. Excellency, our relationship has transcended the bilateral dimension and has assumed global and strategic significance. The growing inter-dependence of nations provides both the opportunity and the obligation for India and China to cooperate together to meet the challenges facing the international community. The fact is that when India and China, representing more than two and half billion people speak in one voice, the world listens. Excellency, India-China relations have achieved a high degree of maturity that serves the interest of our two peoples. As the Asian century unfolds, we must work together to bring peace, stability and development to our peoples, to the region and to the world at large. India stands ready to play its part in this important and noble enterprise. Excellency, the people of India admire the Chinese people for the rapid strides they have made in all fields. Let us pledge to work sincerely for the rapid development of our ties in the second decade of this century for the common good of the region. It gives me great pleasure to invite you to join me in raising a toast to: • the good health and well-being of Premier Wen; • the prosperity and happiness of the Chinese people; and • long-lasting friendship between India and China. Thank you.
PM's opening remarks at the delegation level talks with Premier Wen Jiabao of China
Speaker: Dr.Manmohan Singh
Date: December 16, 2010 New Delhi

PM's opening remarks at the delegation level talks with Premier Wen Jiabao of China It gives me great pleasure to extend a very warm welcome to you and the distinguished members of your delegation to India. At the outset, I wish to congratulate you and the people of China for successfully organizing the 'Shanghai Expo' as well as the Asian Games this year. We were touched by Your Excellency's gesture of visiting the India Pavilion when you visited the Expo for its closing ceremony. Excellency, this is your second visit to India, and I have no doubt that it will impart new impetus to our relationship and advance our cooperation in new areas.  Your visit marks the culmination of the celebrations of the 60th anniversary of the establishment of our diplomatic relations. Earlier this year, the President of India paid a very successful visit to China. Since 2005, our two countries have maintained an intensive high-level dialogue. Apart from my own bilateral visit to China in 2008, I have met Your Excellency and His Excellency President Hu Jintao close to twenty times in the last five years. This shows the intensity of our interactions. Since your last visit in 2005, both our countries as well as the international situation has witnessed many changes. The rapid socio-economic transformation of India and China has opened up new opportunities to progress our relations across all fields. A strong partnership between India and China will contribute to long-term peace, stability, prosperity and development in Asia and the world.
PM's remarks at Hiren Mukherjee Memorial Lecture 2010
Speaker: Dr.Manmohan Singh
Date: December 2, 2010 New Delhi

PM's remarks at Hiren Mukherjee Memorial Lecture 2010 "For me it is a moment of great personal happiness that we are gathered here to listen today to my dear friend of more than half a century. Jagdish and Padma are like members of family to me. Both are great and proud Indians and have served this nation in many ways, even from distant lands. Jagdish and I first met at Cambridge University in England in 1955. He is younger to me, but he was my senior at college. Jagdish and I were also colleagues at the Delhi School of Economics. Though both Jagdish and I returned home to teach, we did engage actively in processes of policy-making. We went our different ways only in the 1970s, when I joined government and he went abroad. Jagdish has since earned for himself an enviable place in the world of economics. As a trade theorist he is in a class of his own. He has not only influenced international trade theory and become a familiar name in every economics classroom across the world, but he has also helped shape trade policy. He is among the architects of the World Trade Organisation, and continues to guide it. He and Padma were pioneers among economists who questioned the efficacy of the Licence-Permit Control Raj. Their highly influential book became the beacon for policy reform in India . He was among the first to study the phenomenon of 'brain drain' and identify its benefits for our economy. Today we in India are experiencing the benefits of the reverse flow of income, investment and expertise from the global Indian diaspora. The problem of 'brain drain' has been converted happily into the opportunity of "brain gain". We are drawing on the global "brain bank" of people of Indian origin world wide. Jagdish Bhagwati is one of the shining stars of that community of global Indians. Professor Bhagwati is a true patriot, a loyal son of our Motherland and a truly liberal and secular Indian. Over the years I have greatly benefited from his expertise and his incisive analysis of the Indian and the state of world economy. He has combined his commitment to academic rigour and discipline with an equally passionate commitment to popular education. He has sought to engage his critics and win them over with his persuasive intellectual skills and his gracious charm and good humour. You will be witness to both his wit and wisdom. I have been a proud member of our Parliament for nearly two decades now. It is not often that I have had the opportunity to welcome a college-mate of such great distinction to these august premises. Today ladies and gentlemen I am truly delighted to have this unique opportunity and honour! I thank you."
PM's banquet speech at dinner hosted by Prime Minister of Japan
Speaker: Dr.Manmohan Singh
Date: October 25, 2010 Tokyo

PM's banquet speech at dinner hosted by Prime Minister of Japan I am delighted to be back in your wonderful country after a gap of two years. I wish to thank Prime Minister Kan, the Government and the people of Japan for the exceptional courtesies and warm hospitality extended to me, my wife and to members of my delegation. In my interactions with you since our first meeting in Toronto I have been touched by your deep personal interest in strengthening the foundations of our Strategic and Global Partnership. I admire your leadership, commitment and vision for a better future for our two peoples and for an enhanced partnership. India and Japan have historical and civilizational old ties. Our relations have been marked by mutual goodwill, amity and respect. This legacy has remained unbroken into the modern era, which has seen our bonds strengthen based on our shared values of freedom, democracy and the rule of law. Today, our economic complementarities, strategic interests and common aspirations for Asian economic integration make us natural partners. Indeed, we have a mutual stake in each other's progress and prosperity. What sets our relations apart from others is that we rejoice in each other's success. Our relations with Japan enjoy a national consensus in India. We wish to see Japan as a prosperous engine of growth for the world economy and the centre of technological excellence. The people of India remain ever grateful for the generous development assistance that Japan has provided to India over the years. I would like to thank you for the productive discussions that we have had this evening. These reinforce my belief that the sky is the limit for expanding cooperation and friendship between us. We invite Japan to participate in the revival of the ancient seat of learning at the Nalanda University. As the Asian century unfolds, we must stand together in our determination to bring peace, stability and economic advancement to our respective peoples, to the region and to the world at large. It gives me great pleasure to invite you to join me in raising a toast to: - The health and well-being of His Excellency the Prime Minister of Japan and Madame Kan; - The prosperity and progress of our friendly peoples; and to - The India-Japan Strategic and Global Partnership. Thank you.
Statement by Prime Minister of India at the Joint Press Interaction
Speaker: Dr.Manmohan Singh
Date: October 25, 2010 Tokyo

Statement by Prime Minister of India at the Joint Press Interaction I wish to begin by thanking Prime Minister Kan and the Government and people of Japan for the warm welcome extended to me and members of my delegation. It is always a pleasure to be back in this beautiful city. Prime Minister Kan and I have just concluded very productive and fruitful discussions. The tradition of regular high level dialogue is the hallmark of the India-Japan Strategic and Global Partnership. Our annual Summits have set the pace and direction of this partnership, which rests on the firm foundation of shared values of democracy, rule of law and respect for fundamental human freedoms. Our two Governments have concluded negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. This is a historic achievement that signals the economic alignment of two of the largest economies in Asia. It will open up new business opportunities and lead to a quantum increase in trade and investment flows between our two countries. I suggested to Prime Minister Kan that we redouble our efforts in progressing major infrastructure projects in India such as the Dedicated Freight Corridor project and the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor project. Both these are proceeding on schedule and will have a transformational impact on our two economies. I conveyed to the Prime Minister our gratitude to the Government and people of Japan for the Official Development Assistance to India. We discussed ways to expand High Technology Trade between India and Japan. I hope that Japan will make its export control regulations for such trade easier and predictable. We appreciate the Japanese government's decision to cooperate with India on civil nuclear energy. I also conveyed our satisfaction with the High-Level Energy Dialogue between our countries through which we are partnering in the development and utilization of new and renewable energy sources. We reviewed the implementation of the Action Plan on Security Cooperation signed last December. Our Defence Ministers have agreed to meet annually. Prime Minister Kan and I discussed the possibility of further deepening our strategic partnership. The year 2012 will mark the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between India and Japan. We discussed ways to celebrate the occasion in a befitting manner including through expanded people-to-people exchanges, especially amongst our youth. We have agreed to enhance our cooperation, both bilaterally and within the G-4, in the reform of the United Nations, and especially of the Security Council. We will continue to work together on global issues such as climate change, the Doha round of trade negotiations and the G-20. We will continue to work closely within the framework of the East Asia Summit and the region as a whole. I have invited Prime Minister Kan to visit India next year for our Annual Summit. I look forward to welcoming him in Delhi. Thank you.
PM's address at the Welcome Reception Japan-India Association and Japan-India Parliamentary Friendship League
Speaker: Dr.Manmohan Singh
Date: October 25, 2010 Tokyo

PM's address at the Welcome Reception Japan-India Association and Japan-India Parliamentary Friendship League Over the past four decades, I have had the pleasure of visiting Japan on several occasions and in various capacities.  Each time I have experienced the friendship and warmth of the people of Japan. As Prime Minister, I have been privileged to witness the steady transformation of India's relations with Japan. The Strategic and Global Partnership established between India and Japan continues to grow and holds tremendous potential to bring greater prosperity and progress to our two nations. I am particularly happy to be here in this new and modern premises of the Chancery.  This project is one of our most ambitious embassy construction projects overseas and it is fitting that it should be in the city of Tokyo. I am extremely happy to see so many of my dear friends in the gathering this morning. I would like to pay tribute to the leadership of former Prime Minister Yoshiro Mori whose strong personal commitment helped open a new chapter in bilateral ties a decade ago.  The Japan-India Association has been in the forefront of promoting friendship and closer ties between our countries for over a century. I would like to thank former Prime Minister Mr. Yasuo Fukuda, Acting President of Japan-India Parliamentary Friendship League for his important role in building a broad-based political consensus on strengthening of India-Japan ties among members of the Japanese Diet. I express my gratitude to former Prime Minister Mr. Shinzo Abe for being here this morning.  It was under his leadership that we established our Strategic and Global Partnership in 2006. I am grateful to Mr.  Katsuya Okada for his Party's support to India-Japan relations. I am overwhelmed by your presence here this morning and on behalf of the people of India thank you for friendship.  It is because of your collective efforts that we have raised our partnership to unprecedented heights. I would also take this opportunity to commend the significant contributions of the Indian community in Japan. India takes pride in your achievements and lauds your efforts to build bridges of friendship and understanding between our two countries. I look forward to my discussions in Tokyo over the next two days.  I am optimistic that we will make concrete progress in all areas of our cooperation.  This will benefit not only our two countries but also the Asia-Pacific region and the world at large. I have great pleasure in dedicating this Chancery building to the Strategic and Global Partnership between India and Japan in the 21st Century. Thank you.
PM's address at the opening ceremony of 19th Commonwealth Games
Speaker: Dr.Manmohan Singh
Date: October 3, 2010 New Delhi

PM's address at the opening ceremony of 19th Commonwealth Games The people of India are delighted to host the Nineteenth Commonwealth Games in the historic city of Delhi. It is a proud moment for all our countrymen. I convey my warm greetings to each member of this august gathering of the Commonwealth sporting fraternity. I invite all our guests - who have come from every corner of the world - to enjoy our hospitality, to enjoy the Games and to enjoy the incredible sights and sounds of India. Millions of people are waiting eagerly to watch this great sporting spectacle unfold. Over the next two weeks, we will celebrate and honour sporting excellence on the playing fields. We will see contests of human skill and endurance but above all of courage and character. The Games are an occasion to uphold and renew the essential spirit of the Commonwealth that seeks to promote peace, equality and friendship among all people and nations. It is participation and sportsmanship, more than winning or losing, which will strengthen the cherished ties of goodwill and understanding that unite us as one family. I convey my best wishes to all the sportspersons, organizers and fans for a very successful and memorable Nineteenth Commonwealth Games. Jai Hind !
PM's statement at the joint press conference with  President Guebuza
Speaker: Dr.Manmohan Singh
Date: September 30, 2010 New Delhi

PM's statement at the joint press conference with  President Guebuza It is a great honour for me to welcome His Excellency President Armando Guebuza on his first visit to India as the President of Mozambique. The President has shown great leadership in taking his country on the path of economic development within the framework of a democratic polity. India's relations with Mozambique go back in time to the pre-colonial period.  India extended its full support to Mozambique in its struggle for independence and emergence as an independent sovereign nation. We both belong to the same Indian Ocean community and we share common concerns. It is in our mutual interest to ensure the safety and security of sea lanes of communication in the Indian Ocean.  Our relations are therefore warm, cooperative and marked by deep mutual understanding and friendship. President Guebuza and I have decided to build upon the solid foundations of the past, and create a partnership based on the following four pillars: ·	Greater political engagement; ·	Deepening economic cooperation; ·	Strengthening defence and security cooperation; and, ·	Cooperation in capacity building and human resource development. We have agreed to exploit our mutual complementarities in areas of trade and economic cooperation, transportation, railways, mining, coal, agriculture, small and medium enterprises and science and technology. I conveyed India's readiness to be a partner in Mozambique's development efforts.  India will provide a line of credit of 500 million US dollars for infrastructure projects, agriculture and energy. India will support the establishment of training and planning institutions in Mozambique to support capacity building in the coal industry. India will also support capacity building for the defence and police forces of Mozambique. The Agreements that have been signed today on avoidance of double taxation, cooperation in mineral resources and between middle and small enterprises will strengthen our partnership.  We have decided to set a target of bilateral trade of one billion US dollars by the year 2013. As one of Africa's foremost leaders, President Guebuza's leadership and guidance will play an important role in shaping India's partnership with Africa. We will work closely with Mozambique on regional and other issues, as well as in preparations for the next India-Africa Summit in Africa in 2011. I deeply appreciate President Guebuza's commitment to India-Mozambique friendship and to take our bilateral relations to a higher trajectory. Based on our discussions, and the bilateral agreements that have been concluded today, I can say with confidence that President Guebaza's visit to India has opened a new chapter in our bilateral relations.