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  • PM's historic visit to Slovakia, first by an Indian PM, received the 'Order of the White Double Cross'.
  • Bilateral ties elevated to Comprehensive Partnership; ICCR Chair in AI established at Technical University of Kosice.
  • Bilateral trade reached $1.8 billion in 2025 with India holding a trade surplus; space collaboration includes PSLV-XL launching SKcube.

In Summary

Indian Prime Minister visited Slovakia, marking the first-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country since its independence.

  • He was conferred with Slovakia’s highest State honour, "The Order of the White Double Cross, First Class”. 

Key Outcomes of the Visit 

  • Elevation of Bilateral Ties to a Comprehensive Partnership aimed at deepening cooperation across various sectors.
  • Established the first-ever ICCR Chair in Artificial Intelligence at the Technical University of Kosice.
    • India Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), under Ministry of External Affairs, promotes India’s cultural relations with other countries.

About India- Slovakia relations 

  • Bilateral Trade: Stood at 1.8 bn $ (2025) with India having the trade surplus.
  • Space Collaboration: First Slovak satellite (SKcube) was launched atop the Indian launcher PSLV-XL.
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Trade Surplus

A situation where a country's exports exceed its imports in value. A large trade surplus can indicate strong export performance but may also suggest insufficient domestic demand or currency undervaluation, potentially leading to international trade tensions.

PSLV-XL

An enhanced version of India's Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), capable of launching heavier satellites into various orbits, demonstrating India's advancements in space technology.

India Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)

An autonomous organization under the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, dedicated to promoting India's cultural relations and understanding with other countries through cultural exchange, education, and public diplomacy.

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