New Delhi, July 1, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on his longest diplomatic tour from July 2 to 9, covering five nations — Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. This strategic visit aims to deepen India’s ties with the Global South, focusing on critical minerals, defence, digital infrastructure, and diaspora outreach.
PM Modi’s visit to Ghana is the first by an Indian Prime Minister in over 30 years. The agenda includes vaccine manufacturing, digital public infrastructure (DPI), and collaboration in critical minerals. Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama is spearheading economic restructuring, and India aims to support through healthcare and cultural exchange programmes. Modi will address the Ghanaian Parliament and meet over 15,000 members of the Indian diaspora.
July 3–4: Trinidad and Tobago – Deepening Diaspora Bonds
Modi’s visit to Trinidad and Tobago coincides with the 180th anniversary of Indian migration. He will address a joint parliamentary session, strengthening historic ties. Talks will focus on telemedicine, digital health, trade, and defence. The visit holds symbolic importance as both the island nation’s President and PM are of Indian origin.
July 5–6: Argentina – Strengthening Resource and Tech Cooperation
In Argentina, PM Modi will hold his first full bilateral meeting with President Javier Milei. Key priorities include access to lithium and copper, shale gas exploration, and agricultural research. India’s KABIL consortium has already secured mining rights. Healthcare and space cooperation are also on the agenda.
July 6–8: Brazil – BRICS Summit and Defence Expansion
Modi will attend the 2025 BRICS Summit in Brazil, where “Reform of Global Governance” is the central theme. He will also engage in bilateral talks with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Brazil is eyeing India’s Akash missile systems, coastal surveillance, and Scorpene submarine maintenance. Discussions will also include AI regulation, climate goals (COP30), and financial cooperation. India will chair BRICS in 2026.
Strategic Takeaways and Global South Diplomacy
This five-nation trip is being seen as a pivot towards the Global South. With China’s growing assertiveness, India is leveraging diplomacy to strengthen its footprint in Africa and Latin America. The tour will likely yield new trade, defence, and digital economy agreements, reinforcing India’s image as a partner in sustainable development.