PM Modi’s Longest Foreign Tour in 11 Years Begins Tomorrow: 5 Countries in 8 Days

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on his longest international tour in 11 years, covering five countries in eight days from July 2 to July 9, 2025. This high-level diplomatic mission will span two continents and includes bilateral visits and multilateral engagements aimed at deepening India’s global partnerships.

🌍 Countries on PM Modi’s 8-Day Foreign Tour:

1. Ghana (July 2–3)

First Indian PM visit to Ghana in 30 years.

Talks with the President of Ghana will focus on expanding ties in economy, defence, and energy.

Marks a strategic outreach to West Africa.

2. Trinidad and Tobago (July 3–4)

First Indian PM visit since 1999.

PM Modi to hold discussions with President Christine Carla Kangaloo and Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar.

Expected to address a joint parliamentary session, reinforcing historic Indo-Caribbean ties.

3. Argentina (July 4–5)

Bilateral talks with President Javier Milei.

Key focus on cooperation in defence, agriculture, renewable energy, mining, and oil & gas.

Aims to strengthen the strategic partnership with Latin America.

4. Brazil (July 5–8): BRICS Leaders' Summit

Modi to participate in the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro.

Discussions will cover:

Reform of global governance

Responsible AI

Climate action and global health

Strengthening multilateralism

Economic and financial stability

Modi will also hold bilateral talks with President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva during a state visit to Brasília.

5. Namibia (Final leg)

Third-ever visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Namibia.

Modi will meet President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and address the Namibian Parliament.

Focus on reinforcing historic diplomatic and development ties.

🗝️ Key Highlights of the Diplomatic Tour:

Covers Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia.

Underscores India's leadership role in the Global South.

Strengthens bilateral relations and economic cooperation.

Enhances India's voice in BRICS on critical global issues like AI regulation, climate policy, and multilateral governance.