Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a landmark international tour in July 2025, covering Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Brazil, Argentina, and Namibia. This wide-reaching diplomatic initiative will not only rejuvenate India’s bilateral relationships with these countries but will also place India at the forefront of multilateral global cooperation during the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil. Notably, this marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Ghana and Namibia in over 27 years, highlighting a renewed focus on the Global South.
India–Ghana Relations Recharged After 30 Years
India and Ghana share a legacy of historical cooperation, dating back to the post-independence era. PM Modi’s visit to Ghana on July 2–3, 2025, will be the first by an Indian head of government in three decades. His arrival follows the recent electoral victory of Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama, whose government has expressed keen interest in strengthening bilateral ties.
India and Ghana enjoy a $3 billion bilateral trade relationship, predominantly driven by gold imports. Discussions during the visit will aim to enhance collaboration in key sectors, including:
Agriculture modernization
Establishment of a Vaccine Development Center in West Africa
Defense training and equipment sharing
Digital Public Infrastructure cooperation
Critical minerals exploration
Several MoUs and bilateral agreements are expected to be signed to institutionalize long-term cooperation in these areas. India’s development partnership with Ghana is expected to gain further traction, supporting inclusive growth and economic diversification in West Africa.
PM Modi to Visit Trinidad and Tobago After 26 Years
On July 3–4, PM Modi will visit Trinidad and Tobago, marking the first official trip by an Indian Prime Minister since 1999. The timing is momentous: 2025 commemorates 180 years of Indian migration to the Caribbean island nation. The cultural significance of this visit cannot be overstated, with over 40% of Trinidad and Tobago’s population tracing their roots to India.
Invited by Prime Minister Kamala Prasad Bissessar, the visit will emphasize:
Strengthening cultural and educational exchanges
Enhancing economic cooperation and investment flows
Expanding partnerships in digital transformation and renewable energy
Honoring the Indian diaspora’s legacy and contributions to Caribbean society
Trinidad and Tobago’s current leadership includes two Indian-origin women — both prominent legal professionals and strong advocates for deepening ties with India.
BRICS 2025 Summit: India’s Strategic Multilateral Focus
PM Modi will attend the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil on July 6–7, themed “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for Inclusive and Sustainable Governance.” India, which will chair BRICS in 2026, is expected to push forward its agenda on:
Reforming global governance institutions
Promoting South-South cooperation
Advocating sustainable development and financial inclusion
Accelerating cooperation on healthcare access, climate change, and digital public goods
The BRICS platform continues to be vital for shaping multipolar global governance, and India’s participation underlines its commitment to equitable global partnerships.
Namibia Visit: Cheetah Diplomacy and Strategic Minerals
In a historic move, PM Modi will visit Namibia on July 9, 2025, marking the first Indian Prime Ministerial visit since 1998. The two nations share a dynamic development partnership, with India investing close to $800 million in Namibia. Bilateral trade stands at approximately $600 million, mostly favoring India.
Key areas of collaboration include:
Defense training and capacity building
Information technology advancement via Centers of Excellence
Unified Payments Interoperability Agreement for digital financial integration
Cooperation in critical minerals such as uranium, cobalt, lithium, graphite, and rare earth elements
Support for oil exploration ventures following recent offshore discoveries in Namibia
India and Namibia recently collaborated on the translocation of cheetahs to India’s Kuno National Park, a project that has become a hallmark of successful wildlife conservation and environmental diplomacy.
Argentina: New Partnerships in Latin America
Although detailed dates are pending, PM Modi’s planned visit to Argentina is expected to deepen India’s footprint in Latin America. India-Argentina ties have witnessed steady growth, particularly in pharmaceutical exports, agricultural trade, and renewable energy collaboration.
With Argentina being a member of the Mercosur trade bloc, Modi’s visit is expected to address:
Bilateral trade expansion
Joint ventures in bio-pharma and green tech
Strategic discussions on energy transition and climate resilience
India is also likely to engage Argentina on broader regional integration initiatives, solidifying its strategic alignment with Latin American economies.
Strengthening the Digital and Defense Axis
One of the key themes of Modi’s July tour is the promotion of India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) model, including UPI, Aadhaar-based identity systems, and e-governance platforms. These digital tools are being positioned as India’s global public goods, with replication across Africa and Latin America on the horizon.
Additionally, defense cooperation with Ghana and Namibia is set to scale up, with India offering training, equipment, and technical know-how. This aligns with India’s broader vision of capacity building in partner nations, especially in sectors such as cybersecurity, maritime security, and peacekeeping operations.
Conclusion: India’s Expanding Global Footprint
PM Modi’s July 2025 tour marks a diplomatic turning point in India’s foreign policy. By reaching out to Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean, the tour reaffirms India’s strategic shift toward South-South cooperation, digital leadership, and sustainable economic development.
The multi-nation tour is poised to deliver significant gains in:
Trade diversification
Global climate goals
Technology transfer
Geopolitical influence through multilateral platforms like BRICS
As India prepares to host the BRICS presidency in 2026, this five-nation outreach sets the tone for a proactive, pragmatic, and partnership-driven foreign policy in the evolving global order.
