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In the upcoming days, India and Brazil are set to explore methods to promote the priorities of the Global South, as stated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. In a statement released prior to his diplomatic tour from July 2 to July 9, Mr. Modi mentioned that the forthcoming BRICS summit in Rio De Janeiro will contribute to establishing a “balanced multipolar world order.” He also emphasized that the visit to the five nations will enhance collaboration within the Global South.
As a founding member, India is dedicated to BRICS as an essential platform for collaboration among emerging economies. Together, we aim for a more peaceful, equitable, just, democratic, and balanced multipolar world order,” stated Prime Minister Modi in his departure statement as he boarded the official aircraft, which will first land in Ghana for a bilateral visit.
During the week-long journey, the PM will visit Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia.
Modi will be in Ghana on July 2 and 3, where he will engage in discussions with President John Dramani Mahama.
“Ghana is a valued partner in the Global South and plays a significant role in the African Union and the Economic Community of West African States,” remarked PM Modi, noting that his visit will strengthen India’s historical connections with Ghana and facilitate opportunities in areas such as investment, energy, health, security, capacity building, and development partnership. PM Modi will also address the Parliament of Ghana during this visit.
Following Ghana, the Prime Minister will travel to Trinidad and Tobago, where he will be welcomed by Prime Minister Kamla Persad Bissessar. The President of Trinidad and Tobago, Christine Carla Kangaloo, was the Chief Guest at this year’s Pravasi Bhartiya Divas.
“This visit will offer a chance to revitalize the special bonds of ancestry and kinship that connect us,” Mr. Modi expressed, adding that 2025 will mark the 180th anniversary of the arrival of Indian indentured laborers to Trinidad and Tobago.
Mr. Modi will then proceed to Buenos Aires, marking the first bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Argentina in 57 years.
He mentioned that Argentina is a crucial economic partner in Latin America and a close collaborator in the G20, expressing his anticipation for discussions with President Javier Milei, whom he had met last year.
“Our focus will be on enhancing our mutually advantageous collaboration, particularly in the fields of agriculture, critical minerals, energy, trade, tourism, technology, and investment,” stated Mr. Modi.
During his time in Rio De Janeiro on July 6 and 7, PM Modi is anticipated to engage in several bilateral discussions as well. After the BRICS summit, he will proceed to Brasilia for a State visit.
As a founding member, India remains dedicated to BRICS as an essential platform for collaboration among emerging economies, he remarked.
“Together, we aim for a more peaceful, equitable, just, democratic, and balanced multipolar world order,” he further noted.
On the sidelines of the summit, Mr. Modi will engage with various world leaders.
“I will be traveling to Brasilia for a bilateral State Visit, marking the first by an Indian Prime Minister in nearly sixty years. This visit will serve as a chance to fortify our close partnership with Brazil and collaborate with my friend, President H.E. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, on advancing the priorities of the Global South,” he expressed.
On his return journey, Mr. Modi will make a stop in Namibia, a nation with a rich history of decolonization struggles that India has supported. He will meet with Dr. Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah and address the Joint Session of the Namibian Parliament.
“It will be an honor to address the Joint Session of the Namibian Parliament as we commemorate our lasting solidarity and shared commitment to freedom and development,” Mr. Modi stated.
“I am optimistic that my visits to the five nations will strengthen our friendships across the Global South, enhance our partnerships on both sides of the Atlantic, and deepen our engagements in multilateral platforms such as BRICS, the African Union, ECOWAS, and CARICOM,” he concluded.
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