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After concluding a fruitful trip to Nigeria, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to take part in the G20 Summit. This is the second stop in the prime minister’s three-nation trip. PM Modi will be attending the 19th edition of the G20 summit as a troika member after hosting the international event in New Delhi last year.
“Landed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to take part in the G20 Summit. I look forward to the Summit deliberations and fruitful talks with various world leaders,” the prime minister wrote on X, formally known as Twitter. The summit is scheduled to be held on November 18 and 19.
Landed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to take part in the G20 Summit. I look forward to the Summit deliberations and fruitful talks with various world leaders. pic.twitter.com/bBG4ruVfOd
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 18, 2024
As a Troika member, India is expected to play a significant role in shaping the agenda of the upcoming summit, after India passed the presidency to Brazil. Meanwhile, Brazil’s President Lula da Silva’s government is aiming to maintain the summit’s focus on the Global South priorities. After Brazil, South Africa will be hosting the next edition of the international summit.
What’s on the cards?
In the departure statement, the prime minister mentioned that India’s successful presidency last year had elevated the G-20 to a “people’s G-20” and incorporated the voice of the global south. PM Modi also expressed his anticipation of meaningful discussions in line with the vision of “One Earth, One Family, One Future."
“This year, Brazil has built upon India’s legacy. I look forward to meaningful discussions in keeping with our vision of “One Earth, One Family, One Future.” I will also use the opportunity to exchange views on furthering bilateral cooperation with several other leaders,” he averred.
Impact Shorts
More ShortsThe prime minister touched down in Rio de Janeiro hours after he concluded his state visit to Nigeria. While this was PM Modi’s first visit to the African nation, he became the first Indian prime minister in 17 years to visit the country. During his trip to Nigeria, PM Modi held talks with the country’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Thank you Nigeria for a productive visit, which will add strength and vigour to India-Nigeria friendship. pic.twitter.com/hoHjAcFa36
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 17, 2024
The talks between the two leaders were held in Nigeria’s capital Abuja. “Had a very productive discussion with President Tinubu. We talked about adding momentum to our strategic partnership. There is immense scope for ties to flourish even further in sectors like defence, energy, technology, trade, health, education and more,” he wrote on X.
During his visit to Nigeria, the prime minister was conferred with the ‘Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger’ Award, which is the second-highest national honour. The award lauded the prime minister stating that under “his visionary leadership India has been positioned as a global powerhouse & his transformative governance has fostered unity, peace and shared prosperity for all.”
Honoured to be conferred with the ‘Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger’ Award by Nigeria. I accept it with great humility and dedicate it to the people of India. https://t.co/AyQ6v4EotH
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 17, 2024
An invitation to the Indian diaspora! pic.twitter.com/uhdVzQ5tEn
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 17, 2024
While addressing the Indian diaspora in the African nation, PM Modi emphasised that “When it comes to furthering growth, prosperity and democracy, India is a ray of hope for the world.” “We have always worked to further humanitarian spirit,” he remarked.
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