India, May 31 -- India and the Netherlands established diplomatic relations way back in 1947. The relationship has steadily evolved from mutual trade to a much larger canvas of collaborations in myriad avenues. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit this month has further cemented the ties to expand cooperation in water resources, semiconductors, innovation, defence, sustainability and mobility.

India and the Netherlands have now adopted the Roadmap of Strategic Partnership for the next 5 years. This road map is expected to enhance growth in fields of innovation, technology, water management, defence and sustainability. This aspect is further accentuated by India-EU Free Trade Agreement, signed earlier this year. Besides trade metrics of a...