My strength lies not in my name, but in the backing of 1.4 billion Indians and thousands of years of timeless culture and heritage.

I prioritize my country's interests in negotiations, advocating for India in a positive manner that does not offend others.

Gandhi, who was very shy and introverted, believed that you can shake the world in a gentle way, which resonates with the power of introverts.

I invited my Pakistani counterpart to my swearing-in as a gesture of goodwill, but noble attempts at fostering peace have often been met with hostility.

Wherever I go, I carry with me the essence of thousands of years of Vedic tradition and the timeless teachings of Swami Vivekananda, along with the blessings, dreams, and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians.

In the end, it's just you sitting down talking to a world leader; everyone can give advice, but only a few have actually done it.

When I became Prime Minister, I invited Pakistan to my swearing-in ceremony to turn over a new leaf, but every noble attempt at fostering peace was met with hostility and betrayal.

Whenever we speak of peace, the world listens to us because India is the land of Gautama Buddha and Mahatma Gandhi, and we espouse harmony instead of strife and conflict.

The relationship between India and China is not new, and I believe we can reinvigorate our friendship to deescalate tensions, as both nations have ancient cultures and civilizations that have significantly contributed to global good throughout history, with records suggesting they once accounted for over 50% of the world’s GDP.