Modi Congratulates Simon Harris on Becoming Ireland’s Youngest PM: In a gesture of goodwill and collaboration, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his congratulations to Simon Harris on his historic appointment as Ireland’s youngest Prime Minister. Expressing a commitment to bolstering the ties between India and Ireland, PM Modi articulated his anticipation to work closely with Harris to fortify the bilateral partnership.
Congratulations @SimonHarrisTD on becoming youngest ever Prime Minister of Ireland. Highly value our historical ties that are based on shared belief in democratic values. Looking forward to work together to further strengthen India- Ireland bilateral partnership.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 10, 2024
Harris, aged 37, clinched the position of Prime Minister after securing the parliamentary approval with a vote of 88-69, backed by the Green Party and Fianna Fail, key allies in his coalition. His ascent to leadership follows the unexpected resignation of former Prime Minister Leo Varadkar.
Renowned for his adept handling of Ireland’s early response to the Covid-19 pandemic during his tenure as Minister of Health and Higher Education, Harris emerged as a prominent figure within the centre-right Fine Gael party. His nomination as the party’s leader went unopposed last month.
Accepting the nomination with humility and determination, Harris pledged to uphold the trust vested in him by the parliamentarians. He articulated his vision of leading with a spirit of unity, collaboration, and mutual respect, emphasizing his commitment to revitalizing the core values of his party.
Having embarked on his political journey at the young age of 16, Harris swiftly ascended through the ranks of Fine Gael, becoming a member of parliament at 24 and assuming ministerial roles in health and higher education later on. Despite his extensive political career, Harris humbly characterizes himself as an “accidental politician.”
The appointment of Harris marks a significant milestone in Irish political history, succeeding Varadkar, who himself made history as Ireland’s youngest-ever leader and the country’s first openly gay Prime Minister.
As Harris prepares to lead the nation, he sets forth an agenda focused on advancing key sectors such as law and order, business, and agriculture, reaffirming his dedication to serving the interests of the Irish people.
As India and Ireland embark on a new chapter of cooperation and collaboration, the warm exchange between PM Modi and Prime Minister Harris sets a positive tone for the future, underpinned by shared values and mutual respect. With a shared commitment to fostering peace, prosperity, and progress, both nations stand poised to chart a course towards a brighter tomorrow
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