Posted on 10 July 2025:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Returns After Strengthening Global South Ties Through Five-Nation Visit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in New Delhi, concluding a vibrant five-nation tour spanning Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil and Namibia.
His journey, marked by purposeful diplomacy and cultural connection, underscored India’s growing role as a trusted partner across the Global South. In Rio de Janeiro, he participated in the BRICS Summit, where global leaders engaged in meaningful dialogue on shared progress.
Through meetings with heads of state, the Prime Minister deepened India’s relationships across multilateral platforms like the African Union, Economic Community of West African States ( ECOWAS) and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) —building bridges across continents with a vision of unity, development, and mutual respect.
Strengthening Harmony: A New Chapter in India-Ghana Relations
In a meeting that echoed the rhythms of tradition and diplomacy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ghana’s President John Mahama came together to shape a deeper bond between their nations.
Their discussions paved the way for a Comprehensive Partnership—an ambitious framework aimed at enriching ties through shared values and vibrant exchanges.
From signing MoUs on cultural collaboration and traditional music to receiving Ghana’s highest state honour, Mr Modi’s visit celebrated not only cooperation but the spirit of mutual respect and artistic connection that links India and Ghana in harmony.
Unity in Voice: India and Trinidad & Tobago Forge Deeper Bonds
In a moment of heartfelt dialogue and vision, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the joint session of Trinidad & Tobago’s Parliament, echoing the call for a more inclusive world. He spoke of the Global South’s rightful place at decision-making tables and praised democracy not just as a system, but a way of life. The Red House, with its legacy of resilience, stood as a fitting symbol for this exchange of spirit and solidarity.
Six MoUs were signed across cultural, educational and diplomatic spheres, including India’s gift of 2,000 laptops to students—a gesture of knowledge and friendship.
The visit reached a proud peak as the Prime Minister was honoured with the Order of the Republic, Trinidad & Tobago’s highest national award, celebrating a partnership shaped by respect and shared progress.
A Strategic Embrace: Deepening Ties Between India and Argentina
The Prime Minister arrived in Buenos Aires, welcomed with warmth and optimism by President Javier Milei. Argentina, celebrated as a vital economic ally and a close G20 partner, hosted the Indian leader as both countries marked 75 years of diplomatic friendship. Their meeting renewed the spirit of collaboration, building on a Strategic Partnership forged in 2019. From Yoga and Ayurveda to shared philosophies, the bond between people continues to blossom. The two nations committed to advancing cooperation across trade, health, security, education and green energy—opening fresh pathways of progress rooted in shared values and global purpose.
Prime Minister Advocates a Stronger Voice for the Global South at BRICS
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Brazil for the 17th BRICS Summit, where he joined leaders from ten member nations and key partner countries. His historic visit—marking India’s first bilateral engagement with Brazíl in nearly sixty years—focused on reshaping global governance. The Prime Minister passionately called for reforms in institutions like the UN Security Council and WTO, highlighting how voices from the Global South are often overlooked.
At the BRICS Summit in Brazil, the Prime Minister spoke from the heart of peace and security, urging the world to confront terrorism as a grave threat to humanity. Referring to the April 22 attack in Pahalgam as a wound to India’s soul, he emphasized that war and violence must be rejected. True progress, he said, can only bloom in a secure and calm world—and BRICS, with its global influence, must lead this path of hope and cooperation.
During his visit to Brazil, the Prime Minister announced an ambitious goal to raise bilateral trade with Brazil from $12.2 billion to $20 billion over the next five years.
As India prepares to preside over the next summit, his message was clear: it’s time for fair representation, deeper cooperation and meaningful action for shared global progress.
Bridging Continents: India and Namibia Spark a New Era of Partnership
In the final step of his global journey, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Windhoek at the gracious invitation of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah—marking his first visit to Namibia and only the third ever by an Indian Prime Minister.
The two leaders held talks at the State House, where they sealed MoUs in health, entrepreneurship and digital payments, and welcomed Namibia’s entry into global alliances.
The Prime Minister also paid homage to founding father Sam Nujoma at the National Memorial Heroes’ Acre.
In a gesture of deep respect, Namibia conferred its highest civilian honour—the Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis—on the Prime Minister, reaffirming a bond built on mutual trust and forward-looking collaboration.
