Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured all Pacific Island nations that India will remain very sensitive to their concerns at international forums and would like to shape bilateral cooperation in accordance with their needs and priorities. In his address at the second summit of Forum for India Pacific Island Countries (FIPIC) in Jaipur Friday, Mr Modi said, climate change is clearly a pressing concern for all, and combating it, is India's national priority.<br/><br/>The Prime Minister also said that New Delhi is prepared to do more to strengthen its trade ties with the Pacific island countries. He said, in addition to the FIPIC Trade Office in New Delhi, India supports the development of micro, small, and medium enterprises in these countries.<br/>Earlier, all the dignitaries expressed strong support for UN reforms and India's candidature for the permanent membership in the UN Security Council.<br/><br/>
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PM assures all Pacific Island nations that India will remain sensitive to their concerns at international forums