PM Modi Begins His Longest Foreign Tour in a Decade – 5 Nations in 8 Days
New Delhi, July 2, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on an eight-day, five-nation tour — his longest foreign trip in the last ten years — aimed at strengthening India’s global footprint, especially among Global South countries. The landmark journey includes visits to Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia, covering two continents and focusing on trade, defence, rare earth minerals, and multilateral cooperation.
Day 1: Ghana
PM Modi begins his tour in Ghana, marking his first-ever bilateral visit to the West African nation. He will meet President John Mahama to enhance cooperation in sectors like energy, defence, and trade. India is currently Ghana’s largest export destination, primarily for gold.
Days 2–3: Trinidad and Tobago
On July 3, Modi will arrive in Trinidad and Tobago for a two-day visit — the first by an Indian PM since 1999. Home to a large Indian diaspora, the country shares deep historical and cultural ties with India. He will meet President Christine Carla Kangaloo and Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, and is expected to address their Parliament.
Day 4: Argentina
PM Modi’s next stop is Argentina on July 4, where he will meet President Javier Milei. The agenda includes discussions on agriculture, mining, renewable energy, and trade. Argentina ranks as India’s fifth-largest trading partner in Latin America.
Day 5–8: Brazil and BRICS Summit
The most significant leg of the tour takes place in Brazil from July 5 to 8, where PM Modi will attend the 17th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Key issues to be discussed include:
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Reform of global governance
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Climate action
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Use of artificial intelligence
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Global security and health
The summit is also expected to strongly condemn the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22, which left 26 people dead. During his state visit to Brasilia, Modi will meet President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva to strengthen bilateral cooperation in space, defence (including India’s Akash missile system), and communication technology.
Final Leg: Namibia
The last stop will be Namibia, where Modi will meet President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. He will also address the Namibian Parliament and pay tribute to national leader Dr. Sam Nujoma. The visit aims to reaffirm India’s historical ties, with bilateral trade now valued at nearly $600 million, up from $3 million in 2000.
PM Modi’s visit reflects India’s expanding role on the global stage and reinforces its commitment to South-South cooperation. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that this tour would deepen India’s strategic, economic, and cultural connections across multiple regions.
