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But as Prime Minister Narendra Modi sets foot in Rio de Janeiro for the G20 Summit, the Indian diaspora extends a beaming welcome, an incredible display that lines up important discourses at the global level.
A Heartfelt Welcome in Rio de Janeiro
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on 18 November 2024. This is the second leg of his three-nation tour. Upon arrival, the Indian community received him warmly with traditional Sanskrit sloganeering and colorful cultural performances. The welcome thus reflects a vibrant sentiment; India does have great relationships with its diaspora. Here, yet again, it underlines the cultural ties that cut across geographic boundaries.
On X (formerly Twitter), a grateful Prime Minister Modi said: “A celebration of Indian culture in Brazil! Thankful for a memorable welcome to Rio de Janeiro. Deeply touched by the warmth and vibrancy of the welcome by the Indian community during my arrival in Rio de Janeiro. Their energy speaks of the love that ties us across continents.
The G20 Summit: A Roundtable for Global Dialogue
The G20 Summit to be hosted in Rio de Janeiro on November 18-19, 2024 brings leaders from all the major economies to discuss specific global crises. As part of the G20 Troika, along with Brazil and South Africa, India is a significant influencer on the agenda to be followed at the summit. Prime Minister Modi is likely to emphasize issues including sustainable development, climate change, as well as economic cooperation at the summit.
In his exit statement, Prime Minister Modi said, “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”.
Strengthening Bilateral Ties: The Nigeria Visit
Prior to his visit to Brazil, he had made a stopover in Nigeria. He was the first Indian premier in 17 years to pay a visit to the African nation. During their stay, they held fruitful bilateral meetings between him and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, centering on how best to advance strategic cooperation between the two nations. The discussion themes included economic cooperation, energy collaboration, and defense partnerships.
To signal the significance of the visit, the Prime Minister was decorated with Nigeria’s second national honour, Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON). It is interesting, however, that he thereby became the second foreign dignitary to receive this honour.
Future Ahead: The Guyana Visit
With the G20 Summit behind him, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will make a three-day visit to Guyana at the invitation of President Mohamed Irfaan Ali from November 19-21. This will be the first visit of an Indian prime minister to this South American nation in over five decades. The visit is, therefore, an important one for bolstering bilateral relations as the related talks should include all aspects of trade, investment, and cultural exchanges.
India’s Role in Global Affairs
That India, as a resurgent power, was active in the G20 Summit and Prime Minister Narendra Modi was at pains to pursue and engage with many other nations lends support to this statement. Being the world’s most populous country and the fifth biggest economy, India’s role in global discourses about economic stability, climate action, and sustainable development gains greater salience.
Such a warm welcome by Indians in Brazil reflects deeply interlinked and shared aspirations for a prosperous, harmonious global community. The G20 summit is an unfolding scenario where the whole world awaits meaningful outcomes in response to the challenging problems of our times.
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