PM Modi in South Korea: India aims to be among world's top 3 economies in next 15 years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, during his second visit to South Korea's Seoul, interacted with the Indian Community in the country. Addressing the Indian diaspora, Modi said terrorism and climate change are the two biggest challenges faced by mankind today. Early in the day, the prime minister arrived in Seoul on a two-day visit to strengthen India's strategic ties with South Korea and seek to enhance bilateral cooperation in diverse areas, including trade and investment. During his visit, Modi also unveiled Mahatma Gandhi's bust at South Korea's Yonsei University. With this, South Korean President Moon Jae-in voiced hope that the great spirit of Mahatma Gandhi can usher in peace and prosperity in Asia and beyond. Ahead of his visit, PM Modi described South Korea as an important partner for India's key initiatives such as 'Make in India', and said as fellow democracies the two countries share values and vision for regional and global peace.

"During the visit, PM will have bilateral and business engagements, unveil Gandhi bust and accept the Seoul Peace Prize conferred upon him," foreign ministry spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said on Twitter.

Here are Highlights from PM Modi's address in South Korea: