Modi’s Five-Nation Tour Focuses on Global Cooperation and BRICS Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun his significant five-nation tour, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among emerging economies through the BRICS platform. This statement came as he departed to attend the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, aiming to strengthen connections with nations in the Global South.
His tour will take him first to Ghana, followed by visits to Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. Officials have indicated that the leaders at the BRICS Summit are likely to address the recent attack in Pahalgam and advocate for united global efforts against terrorism.
In a message on social media, Modi expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming discussions with world leaders, saying, “In the coming days, I will engage in various programs across these nations. I look forward to discussing how we can improve our world together.”
Modi is optimistic that these visits will enhance friendships within the Global South and foster stronger ties across the Atlantic, as well as enrich engagements through platforms like BRICS, the African Union, ECOWAS, and CARICOM.
While in Ghana from July 2nd to 3rd, Modi plans to meet President John Dramani Mahama to explore new opportunities for cooperation in investment, energy, health, and security.
He remarked, “Ghana is an important partner in the Global South and plays a significant role in the African Union. As fellow democracies, I am honored to address the Parliament of Ghana.”
Next, during his visit to Trinidad and Tobago on July 3rd and 4th, Modi will connect with President Christine Carla Kangaloo and Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, both of whom share Indian heritage. “Our historical and cultural ties are deep, rooted in the arrival of Indians here 180 years ago. This trip will help us strengthen these ancestral bonds,” he noted.
Modi’s stop in Argentina from July 4th to 5th marks the first visit by an Indian prime minister to the country in 57 years. He looks forward to working with President Javier Milei on areas such as agriculture, energy, trade, and technology.
Highlighting his commitment to BRICS, Modi emphasized that his participation in the summit on July 6th and 7th is about reshaping the world order. “As a founding member, India sees BRICS as essential for cooperation among emerging economies, striving for a more just and balanced global framework,” he stated.
During the summit, he anticipates meetings with other world leaders, after which he will travel to Brasilia for a bilateral visit—again, the first by an Indian prime minister in nearly sixty years. “This visit is an opportunity to strengthen our partnership with Brazil and collaborate with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on our shared goals for the Global South,” Modi said.
Lastly, Modi will conclude his journey in Namibia, where he intends to engage with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to map out a new cooperative path that benefits their peoples and the wider Global South. He will also address a joint session of the Namibian Parliament.
