Former President of Iceland Olafur Ragnar Grimsson calls on President Kovind

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New Delhi : Former President of Iceland Olafur Ragnar Grimsson called on the President of India Ram Nath Kovind at Rashtrapati Bhavan on March 5, 2020.

Welcoming Grimsson to India, President Kovind said that India deeply appreciates his efforts on Arctic and climate change issues. The Arctic region is of special significance to India. Scientific studies have shown a link between the Arctic region and the monsoon. India is keen to engage on the Arctic and looking at new avenues for cooperation.

President Kovind appreciated Grimsson’s initiative to get all stakeholders on the Arctic together on one global platform – the Arctic Circle. He said that we all have to contribute towards building a sustainable planet for ourselves and for our future generations, according to a PIB release.