Argentina has managed to sign agreements to expand its exports to India

The visit of President Mauricio Macri has brought the negotiations to a successful conclusion and approved the necessary controls for Argentina to export lemons, chia seeds, fishmeal and bones to India. continue to work "to get quick access to the market for other agricultural products".

In this sense, Argentina has shown interest in marketing oranges, mandarins, grapefruit, grapes, blueberries, walnuts, yerba mate and sesame seeds.

The presence of President Macri at the head of the negotiations, as part of the state visit to Asia, facilitated the conclusion of these agreements in various fields so that many small and medium-sized enterprises could start selling their products. # 39; India.

The agreements were reflected in the joint statement issued at the end of the meeting that President Macri and Prime Minister Narendra Modi today shared in Hyderabad House, the seat of the Indian Government in Nueva Dehli, as well as their respective working committees. .

The document also expresses the agreement of both countries on the need to extend the preferential trade agreement between India and Mercosur, "adding as many products as possible".

India also reaffirmed its support for "the resumption of negotiations to find a solution to the problem of sovereignty with regard to the question of the Malvinas Islands, in accordance with the resolutions of the United Nations General Assembly and Special Decolonization ".

The following is the full text of the communication:

Joint Statement India-Argentina during the State Visit of the President of Argentina to India (17-19 February 2019)

1. The President of the Argentine Republic, the Hon. Mr Mauricio Macri is making a state visit to India from 17 to 19 February 2019 at the invitation of the Prime Minister of the Republic of India, HE Shri Narendra Modi, as part of the celebrations of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Argentine Republic and the Republic of India. The President of Argentina is accompanied by senior officials and a delegation from the business world.

2. The Indian President, HE Ram Nath Kovind, met with President Macri on February 18, 2018 and organized a banquet in his honor that evening.

3. President Macri and Prime Minister Modi held official talks in a warm, cordial and friendly atmosphere and exchanged views on issues of mutual interest at the bilateral, regional and global levels. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi organized an official luncheon for President Mauricio Macri and the delegation accompanying him.

4. The Prime Minister strongly recalled his visit to Argentina to attend the G20 Leaders Summit in November and December 2018 and congratulated the leadership of President Macri for their leadership in leading the Summit successfully. The two sides agreed to work closely for the success of the G20 summit in India in 2022, which would coincide with the 75th anniversary of India's independence.

5. They also expressed satisfaction with the conclusion of the fifth meeting of the India-Argentina Joint Commission, held in New Delhi on 14 January 2019, and reaffirmed their firm commitment to deepen and revitalize the multifaceted relations between India and Argentina.

Strengthening political links

The two leaders reaffirmed that relations between India and Argentina were based on common principles and values, namely democracy, freedom, the rule of law, respect for human rights and the rule of law. territorial integrity of States.

7. They expressed their appreciation for the mutually beneficial cooperation and partnership between the two countries in the political, economic, technical, energy, mining, information technology, scientific and cultural fields. Both sides noted that new spheres of cooperation had been identified in areas of mutual interest and that modalities had been defined to further strengthen and expand bilateral relations between the two countries. They took note of the activities planned throughout the year by both parties to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. The leaders reaffirmed the importance of parliamentary exchanges between the two democracies and welcomed the regular visits of delegations from both parliaments.

8. The two leaders decided to transform the multi-faceted India-Argentina cooperation into a strategic partnership focused on areas essential to the prosperity of both countries.

Defense cooperation

9. The leaders welcomed the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on Defense Cooperation and instructed their relevant ministries to work towards a strong implementation.

Space

10. The leaders took note of the entry into force in 2018 of the Framework Agreement for Cooperation on the Use of Outer Space for Peaceful Purposes and Creation. a joint committee with representatives of the respective space agencies. They also expressed their satisfaction at the recent interactions between the two parties in December 2018 in order to seek cooperation in the field of satellite remote sensing, including the exchange of experiences, the development of radioactive material and the like. applications, as well as calibration and validation experiments. Both sides agreed to further explore ways to collaborate in space, especially in areas such as the construction and launch of satellites.

Peaceful uses of nuclear energy

11. Recalling the cooperation agreement on the peaceful uses of nuclear energy signed in 2010, the two sides noted with satisfaction the progress of the ongoing cooperation under the Fission Molly project, which is currently under way. Molybdenum plant built by the Argentinian Mumbai factory. part of the Argentinean company INVAP, with a final goal in the 2020 horizon. In addition, the parties also wished to improve and explore cooperative enterprises in the fields of nuclear energy; other social uses of nuclear energy in the health, agriculture and industrial applications sectors; and training and capacity building. They also noted that the Memorandum of Understanding signed on that occasion between the Atomic Energy Department of India and the National Atomic Energy Commission of Argentina for cooperation within the framework of the Global Center for the Nuclear Energy Association would strengthen the institutional links between civil nuclear R & D

Terrorism

Stressing the need to fight resolutely and unequivocally against the threat of terrorism, the two leaders issued a separate joint statement on the subject.

Increasing economic and commercial commitment

13. Both sides expressed appreciation for the growing economic and trade commitment of the two countries and decided to work together to improve and diversify trade and investment by removing barriers, facilitating better access to markets and promoting trade and investment. fully exploit its economic complementarity. Conscious of the importance of the service sector in their respective economies, both parties agreed that there is considerable potential for increased trade in dual-channel services in the areas of tourism, cinema and cinema. , health and information technologies, among others. Noting the increase in two-way investment flows in recent years and their contribution to strengthening economic ties between the two countries, both sides agreed to further promote bilateral investments in areas of mutual interest. and decided to accelerate the signing of the Investment Treaty. Bilateral agreement and prevention of double taxation between the two countries. With a view to initiating India-Argentina cooperation in the infrastructure sector, including roads, highways, ports and bridges, both parties encouraged Indian and Argentinean companies to explore partnerships, including through PPP.

Pharmacist

14. In order to strengthen the links and cooperation in the field of pharmaceuticals, both parties emphasized the importance of concluding instruments such as the Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in the Regulation of Medical Products, which facilitates the exchange of information. on the procedures for the inspection and registration of pharmaceutical products. Effective products and communication channels between their counterparts. The Argentine side pointed out that since 2014, India was on the list of countries in Annex 2 of its presidential decree with a mechanism to introduce Indian drugs on the Argentine market.

Technical cooperation

15. Both parties agreed to deepen and strengthen the modalities of bilateral technical cooperation in areas of mutual interest such as renewable energy, ICT, medical care, pharmaceuticals 39, higher education, mechanization and new technologies applied to the agro-food industry, animal health and plant preservation, biotechnology. and technology. Development for animal production, ocean research, among others. In this context, they welcomed the seminar on technical cooperation in the agri-food sector, jointly organized by the two parties from 15 to 17 February 2019 with the participation of government officials, researchers and private stakeholders, in order exchanging knowledge, technologies and advanced technologies. practice.

16. The two parties also agreed to explore the possibilities of collaboration of third countries in the field of technical cooperation, with mutual consent, in sectors such as renewable energies, mechanization and new technologies applied to the environment. Agribusiness, biotechnology and technological development. for animal production, ocean research, among others.

Agriculture

17. Conscious of the importance of the agricultural sector in their countries, the two leaders indicated that the conclusion of the work plan on agro-industrial cooperation would enhance the scope of agricultural cooperation between India and India. Argentina, particularly with regard to the exchange of technologies to increase productivity and reduce costs. Growth Harvest losses and strengthen climate resilience. This would also speed up the approval of sanitary and phytosanitary measures of products of common interest by the respective regulatory authorities and improve market access.

18. Both parties expressed their satisfaction with the conclusion of the SPS approval for the export of lemons, chia seeds, egg and fresh egg products, fishmeal and seaweed. bones from Argentina to India, as well as from guar and millet. from India to Argentina.

19. In addition, both parties agreed to continue to work for early access to the market for other agricultural products of common interest. Argentina has shown interest in oranges, tangerines, grapefruit, grapes, blueberries, walnuts, yerba mate and sesame seeds, and in India, rice, onions, potatoes and apples. ground, pomegranates, bananas, mango, poultry and poultry products.

20. The conclusion of the Work Plan for Cooperation in the Field of Agricultural Research establishes a mechanism that will deepen cooperation, innovation and technology transfer between the National Institute of Agricultural Technology and the Indian Council. agricultural research in the Americas. respective strengths of the two countries.

21. The Argentine authorities have informed the Indian side of the utility of the multi-purpose vaccine "Bío haja" against bovine sadness (anaplasmosis and bovine babesiosis), developed by INTA (National Institute of Agricultural Technology, Argentina).

22. Both parties agree to intensify trade and technology exchange in agriculture. Taking into account the progress made by both parties in the small farm machinery sector, the two leaders decided to simplify the export processes of these machines and equipment.

23. The Argentine side has agreed to encourage its companies to participate in the Make in India program, particularly in the food processing sector.

Oil and gas

24. Both parties agreed to explore opportunities for cooperation in conventional and unconventional oil and gas resources and throughout the hydrocarbon value chain.

Mining

25. Both sides recognized the immense potential for bilateral cooperation in the mining sector. The Indian side has indicated its goal of at least 30% of its vehicles running with the help of electric batteries by 2030. In this regard, the Argentine side expressed its satisfaction that the Indian joint venture of three public sector mining companies, Khanij Videsh India Limited (KABIL), had expressed interest in extracting lithium from Argentina. The Argentine side has expressed its willingness to provide the geological information for lithium exploration available in the geological and mining study of Argentina and to coordinate with the Argentine provinces by l & rsquo; Intermediate of the Federal Council of Mining of Argentina. Argentina has expressed its intention to participate in traveling exhibitions, exhibitions, seminars and other activities in the mining sector.

Renewable energy

26. Both sides emphasized the importance of efforts to increase the contribution of renewable energies in their energy mix and their contribution to climate change mitigation. India has invited the collaboration of Argentina to achieve its goal of generating 175 GW of energy from renewable energy sources by 2022. The Argentine part has invited Indian companies to participate in its RenovAR renewable energy program. Both parties took note of the ongoing negotiations for the conclusion of a Memorandum of Cooperation in the Renewable Energy Sector which would promote institutional relations of cooperation between the two countries.

27. India thanked Argentina for signing the ISA Framework Agreement, noting that the ISA partnership would encourage cooperation in the field of solar technologies. innovative and profitable.

Social Security

28. In order to explore ways to facilitate the flow of IT professionals and businessmen between the two countries, the two sides agreed to speed up the negotiations with a view to the early conclusion of a social Security.

India-Mercosur

29. Argentina and India have agreed on the need to expand the PTA, adding as many products as possible.

Education, Culture, Science and Technology and Innovation

30. Both parties took note of the progress made in the conclusion of the negotiations for the adoption of the cultural exchange program for the period 2019-2023.

31. Both parties welcomed the agreement reached for the establishment of the India-Argentina Center of Excellence in Information Technology and Technology in Argentina. The Center will facilitate the transfer of technology to equip laboratories and knowledge transfer, including through the exchange of experts and the development of training courses.

32. Both parties thanked the collaboration agreement being negotiated between the Indian Institute of Technology of Kanpur and the University of Buenos Aires and called for its swift conclusion.

33. The parties welcomed the dialogue between CONICET and CSIR with a view to widening the areas of collaboration within the framework of the inter-agency cooperation agreement signed in 2009 for biotechnology, including plant biotechnology, food technology, nanotechnology, nanotechnology and technological research. health, among others. This can be agreed.

34. Recognizing the importance of innovation among young people, the Indian side reported on the success of Atal IT Tinkering Laboratories in India. Both parties agreed to conduct an initial evaluation study of the Atal program as a pilot program in Argentina.

35. Both parties expressed their satisfaction with the growing cooperation resulting from exchanges of students and academics in the framework of the Indian Scholarship Programs and the launching of the platform in India. Argentina's Campus Global line, which facilitates scholarship opportunities. Argentina thanked Indian participation in this initiative and the inclusion of scholarships for the citizens of both countries.

36. Both parties recalled that several joint science and technology projects in the fields of agriculture, biotechnology, health, engineering, energy and climate change had been awarded for implementation within the framework of the cooperation program. ) signed under the terms of the technical and scientific cooperation agreement.

37. Both parties welcomed the signing of the Joint Statement of Intent to further strengthen collaboration in various areas of innovation, such as battery technology, e-government, telecommunications and telecommunications. electronic health, digital payment infrastructure, financial inclusion, artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Men's exchanges, tourism and media exchanges

38. Recognizing the importance of air connectivity, both parties agreed to work towards the early conclusion of an air services agreement. They noted with satisfaction that negotiations had been initiated for the conclusion of a Memorandum of Understanding which would facilitate the conclusion of a code-sharing agreement between their airlines.

39. In stressing the importance of tourism and the exchange of people, the two leaders expressed their satisfaction with the signing of the memorandum of understanding on cooperation in the field of tourism.

40. India welcomed the inclusion of Indian citizens in the electronic visa system of Argentina, which allows to apply for an online entry authorization for any type of non-immigrant trip. Both sides expressed their willingness to continue exploring new ways to make travel easier for both tourists and business people. Both parties also agreed to hold regular consular consultations.

41. Both leaders acknowledged that public audiovisual media and their content are an important tool for promoting friendship and mutual understanding. In this context, the two leaders welcomed the signing of the agreement between the Federal Multimedia Content System and Prasar Bharati. They agreed to encourage the intensification of communication and meetings between authorities of public media systems in order to closely cooperate and exchange audiovisual content.

42. The Argentine side, while stating that the central theme of Expo 2023, to be presented by Argentina, will be "Creative industries in digital convergence", invited the Indian companies of digital convergence and creation to contribute with his experience in the subject.

Multilateral

43. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to globalization and reformed multilateralism. They emphasized the essential role of the United Nations in maintaining peace and security in the world, in promoting economic and social progress and in combating global threats and challenges. They reaffirmed their willingness to intensify their dialogue at the United Nations and in other multilateral organizations in order to meet current global challenges, such as climate change, and to promote international and regional peace and security, as well as sustainable development. Both sides agreed to cooperate and work together in multilateral fora and to defend the interests of developing countries.

World Trade Organization (WTO)

44. Both parties reaffirmed the importance of a rules-based, open, transparent, inclusive, non-discriminatory and equitable multilateral trading system centered on the World Trade Organization. They recognized that it was urgent to discuss ways to adapt the WTO to current and future challenges. They stressed the need to strengthen, reform and modernize the WTO, in particular to end the stalemate in the Appellate Body and to strengthen the dispute settlement mechanism of the WTO. WTO. They also stressed the importance of engaging constructively to improve the functioning of the WTO, in its three pillars of supervision, negotiation and dispute resolution. They stressed the need to lead the reform process in an inclusive manner, with due regard to the development needs of developing countries.

United Nations Security Council Reforms

45. The two leaders reaffirmed the need for an in-depth reform of the United Nations Security Council, including its enlargement to make it more representative, accountable, effective and reflect the geopolitical realities of the twenty-first century.

South-South cooperation

46. ​​Argentina highlighted the importance of the Second United Nations High-level Conference on South-South Cooperation, to be held in Buenos Aires from 20 to 22 March 2019, as a unique opportunity. to improve South-South cooperation. . As host of the BAPA 40 program, Argentina hopes that the two countries can join their efforts throughout the negotiation process in order to reach a consensus in the outcome document reflecting the possibilities for South-South cooperation. South as part of the implementation of the 2030 Agenda.

Appointments and support in multilateral forums

47. Both parties expressed their satisfaction with the support given to their respective candidatures in several multilateral organizations. In this context, India expressed gratitude for Argentina's support for its entry into the various non-proliferation regimes, including the Missile Treaty Control Regime, the l / l. Wbadenaar arrangement and the Australian group, as well as for the role of the badet played by Argentina as a member of the Indian Nuclear Suppliers Group (NS G).

India reaffirmed its support for the resumption of negotiations to find a solution to the problem of sovereignty in the matter of the Malvinas Islands, in accordance with the resolutions of the United Nations General Assembly and the Special Committee of the United Nations. decolonization.

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