G7 Summit Glow: Italian PM Meloni Calls PM Modi ‘The Best’ in Viral Clip
News Desk: A friendly and familiar camaraderie was once again on display between Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during their interaction at the G7 Summit, as the two leaders exchanged smiles, warm gestures, and friendly words on the sidelines of the global event.
In a video released by the Indian government on platform X (formerly Twitter), the Italian leader is seen greeting Modi with a handshake and a heartfelt compliment. “You are the best, I am trying to be like you,” said Meloni, visibly pleased to meet the Indian Prime Minister once again — a moment that quickly gained traction on social media.
Reinforcing the cordial diplomatic ties, Meloni posted a candid picture with Modi on her official X account with the caption: “Italy and India, bound by a great friendship.”
Italia e India, legate da una grande amicizia 🇮🇹🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/krc54mpq6G
— Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) June 17, 2025
PM Modi responded warmly, quoting her post and writing, “Fully agree with you, PM Giorgia Meloni. India’s friendship with Italy will continue to get stronger, greatly benefitting our people!”
Fully agree with you, PM Giorgia Meloni. India’s friendship with Italy will continue to get stronger, greatly benefitting our people!@GiorgiaMeloni https://t.co/LaYIIZn8Ry
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 17, 2025
The light-hearted exchange added a personal touch to their official engagement, rekindling memories of their viral selfie moments from the 2023 G7 Summit and the COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai, which had previously delighted netizens and popularized the social media tag #Melodi, a blend of their names.
PM @narendramodi met Italian PM @GiorgiaMeloni on the sidelines of the #G7Summit.
In a warm exchange, PM Meloni greeted him with a handshake and said — “You are the best, I am trying to be as you.”#IndiaItalyPartnership pic.twitter.com/cb26N2QsAD
— MyGovIndia (@mygovindia) June 18, 2025
Their continued warmth reflects the growing diplomatic and personal rapport between the two leaders, as India and Italy deepen strategic cooperation in global forums, trade, and technology.
