New Delhi, Sept. 17 -- Netherlands Ambassador to India Marisa Gerards on Wednesday welcomed the hosting of SEMICON India, calling the event a matter of "geopolitical significance" and highlighting the Netherlands's partnership with India on the strategic subject.

Speaking to ANI, Gerards said, " Well, we're very happy to be here for SEMICON India. It's of geopolitical significance, and we're proud to partner with India on this strategic subject."

The Netherlands envoy also extended her wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday.

She said, "And I do want to wish Honourable Prime Minister Modi Ji a very happy birthday."

Her remarks come as Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the fifth edition of SEMICON India 2...