NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday departed for a landmark five-nation diplomatic tour that will span eight days and cover Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia — making it his longest international visit in nearly a decade.
“Over the next few days, I will be attending various bilateral, multilateral and other programmes… Looking forward to interacting with world leaders and discussing ways to make our planet better,” PM Modi said ahead of his departure.
First Stop: Ghana
Modi’s tour begins in Ghana, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister in nearly 30 years. His agenda includes strengthening bilateral ties, deepening cooperation in trade and energy, and engaging with the Indian diaspora.
Caribbean Outreach: Trinidad and Tobago
Next, the PM heads to Trinidad and Tobago, another historic visit — the first by an Indian PM in 27 years. With a significant population of Indian origin, Modi is expected to highlight shared cultural ties and announce new collaborations in technology and education.
Diplomatic Milestone in Argentina
In a major diplomatic outreach to Latin America, PM Modi will visit Argentina at the invitation of President Javier Milei. This will be the first standalone bilateral visit to Argentina by an Indian prime minister in 57 years, focused on economic ties, rare earth minerals, and counter-terrorism cooperation.
BRICS 2025 Summit in Brazil
From Argentina, Modi will travel to Brazil to attend the BRICS 2025 Summit. The forum — comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and newly added members — is expected to deliberate on global trade reforms, multipolarity, digital cooperation, and inclusive growth.
Final Stop: Namibia
The final destination is Namibia, where Modi becomes the first Indian PM to visit in 27 years. He will meet newly elected President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, address the Namibian Parliament, and discuss strategic cooperation in areas like clean energy, mining, and wildlife conservation.
A Decade Since Last 5-Nation Tour
This eight-day journey marks PM Modi’s most extensive diplomatic outreach since 2016, when he toured the United States, Mexico, Switzerland, Afghanistan, and Qatar.
Officials say this trip underscores India’s growing geo-political ambition and aims to reinforce its strategic presence across three continents, from West Africa to South America and the Caribbean.