Lisbon, April 7 -- President Droupadi Murmu on Monday in her joint statement with President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa of Portugal said that her visit was significant as it occurred as the countries completed 50 years of their diplomatic relations.

Murmu said that over the years, their relations have evolved into a multifaceted and dynamic partnership.

"My visit is taking place in the year during which we are celebrating 50 years of our diplomatic relations. On this occasion, I recall the visit of President Marcelo Rebelo to India in 2020 which set the tone for further expansion of our bilateral partnership," she said.

"India-Portugal relations are historic. Our relations are continuously being strengthened and they have now evolved into ...