Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Sweden for a two-day visit after receiving a ceremonial escort from Swedish Gripen fighter jets.
May 17, 2026: Swedish Gripen fighter jets escorted the aircraft carrying Prime Minister Narendra Modi as it entered Swedish airspace ahead of his official visit to Gothenburg. The gesture marked a special welcome by the Swedish Air Force during the Prime Minister’s arrival.
PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Sweden from May 17 to 18 at the invitation of Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson. The visit is expected to focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation and enhancing ties between the two nations.
The ceremonial escort by the Gripen fighter jets highlighted the importance of the diplomatic visit and reflected the growing strategic partnership between India and Sweden across various sectors.