PM Modi begins an 8-day visit to Ghana, Argentina, Brazil, Namibia & Trinidad, marking his longest foreign tour in a decade. Key global talks expected.
From July 2 to July 9, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake an eight-day diplomatic visit spanning two continents. This marks his longest foreign tour in the last ten years.
Which Countries Will PM Modi Visit?
According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the countries included in the tour are:
Ghana
Namibia
Trinidad and Tobago
Argentina
Brazil
Full Itinerary: When and Where Will PM Modi Go?
July 2–3: Ghana Visit
PM Modi will begin his tour in Ghana. This will be India’s first bilateral visit to Ghana in 30 years.
Furthermore he will meet with President John Mahama and discuss strengthening cooperation in economic, energy, and defense sectors.
July 3–4: Trinidad and Tobago Visit
On July 3 and 4, Modi will visit Trinidad and Tobago. He will be the first Indian PM to visit the country since 1999.
He will meet President Christine Carla Kangaloo and Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, and is also expected to address a joint session of the parliament.
According to MEA, this visit will reinforce the deep-rooted historical ties between India and Trinidad & Tobago.
July 4–5: Argentina Visit
Next, PM Modi will travel to Argentina where he will hold wide-ranging talks with President Javier Milei.
Topics will include cooperation in defense, agriculture, mining, oil & gas, renewable energy, trade, and investments.
This visit aims to further deepen the multifaceted strategic partnership between India and Argentina.
July 5–8: Brazil Visit & BRICS Summit
From July 5 to 8, Modi will be in Brazil to attend the 17th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in Rio de Janeiro, at the invitation of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
This will be Modi’s fourth visit to Brazil as Prime Minister. During the summit, Modi will engage in high-level discussions on:
Global governance reforms
Peace and security
Responsible use of Artificial Intelligence
Climate action
Global health systems
Economic and financial stability
Modi is also expected to hold multiple bilateral meetings on the sidelines and later travel to Brasilia for in-depth talks with President Lula on enhancing cooperation in trade, defense, energy, space, agriculture, and people-to-people exchange.
July 8–9: Namibia Visit
In the final leg of the tour, PM Modi will visit Namibia. This will be only the third-ever Indian prime ministerial visit to the country.
He will meet President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and is also expected to address the Namibian Parliament.
Furthermore MEA described this visit as a reaffirmation of India’s deep-rooted and historic ties with Namibia.
India and BRICS: Growing Role on Global Stage
BRICS currently consists of 5 core members:
Brazil
Russia
India
China
South Africa
However, in January 2025, nine new countries joined the group, expanding BRICS’ global reach. These countries include:
Belarus
Bolivia
Indonesia
Kazakhstan
Thailand
Cuba
Malaysia
Uganda
Uzbekistan
The expansion is expected to increase BRICS’ influence across various regions and sectors.
Modi’s Notable Previous Foreign Tours
In 2015, PM Modi visited 26 countries, which drew political criticism from opposition parties.
July 2015, he toured Russia and five Central Asian nations.
In 2016, he visited USA, Mexico, Switzerland, Afghanistan, and Qatar.
He also made an unplanned visit to Pakistan to wish then-PM Nawaz Sharif on his birthday—an effort for peace, which unfortunately didn’t yield results.
So India responded firmly after the Uri attack in 2016, carried out surgical strikes in 2019, and launched Operation Sindoor in 2025 to counter Pakistan’s hostile actions.
Key Highlights of the 2025 Foreign Tour
PM Modi’s longest diplomatic visit in 10 years, spanning 5 nations and 2 continents.
In addition Important bilateral talks in defense, energy, trade, and agriculture.
Participation in the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil, focusing on critical global challenges.
Furthermore Strategic outreach to African and South American countries.
Reaffirmation of India’s growing geopolitical presence and leadership on the world stage.
This historic foreign visit not only strengthens India’s ties with key global partners but also showcases the nation’s commitment to shaping a more balanced and inclusive global order.