India and the Nordic countries launched a multidimensional partnership during the First India-Nordic Summit in 2018. The partnership focuses on innovation, green technologies, clean energy, and sustainable development. It aims to support India’s economic growth, promote sustainable development pathways, strengthen skilling and talent development, and foster a vibrant innovation ecosystem. India can also leverage Nordic expertise and technology transfers through cooperation in renewable energy and climate action initiatives. The Third India-Nordic Summit, held in Oslo, on 19 May 2026, further advanced this strategic partnership. The summit strengthened cooperation in trade, investment, digital innovation, and emerging technologies. Both sides also expanded collaboration in the blue economy, maritime cooperation, STEM research, resilient supply chains, and defence partnerships. Besides economic partnerships, India engages Nordic countries through the soft power tool of diplomacy.
India’s engagement with the Nordic region has evolved beyond traditional diplomacy into a future-oriented strategic partnership. Shared priorities in green growth, clean technologies, innovation, and sustainable development are driving this transformation. Nordic countries bring advanced technological expertise, while India offers scale, markets, talent, and manufacturing capabilities. Together, the partnership is emerging as a key pillar of India’s green transition, digital expansion, Arctic engagement, and resilient economic growth strategy.
