Prime Minister Narendra Modi is embarking on a significant five-nation tour, commencing on July 2, 2025. This journey underscores India's commitment to strengthening ties with key nations in the Global South and actively participating in multilateral forums. The tour includes visits to Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia, spanning across Africa and Latin America.

The centerpiece of the tour is the 17th BRICS Leaders' Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, scheduled for July 6-7. Brazil holds the presidency for BRICS in 2025 and recently hosted the 10th BRICS Policy Planning Dialogue in Brasilia. The summit is expected to address critical global challenges such as reforming global governance, ensuring peace and security, strengthening multilateralism, promoting the responsible use of artificial intelligence, and tackling climate change. Discussions will also encompass global health, and economic and financial matters. Modi is likely to hold bilateral meetings with other BRICS leaders on the sidelines of the summit.

Bilateral Engagements

Prior to the BRICS Summit, Modi will begin his tour with a bilateral visit to Ghana from July 2-3. This marks the first prime ministerial visit from India to Ghana in over three decades and Modi's first to the country. Discussions with the Ghanaian President will focus on strengthening the bilateral partnership, exploring opportunities for enhanced cooperation in economic, energy, defense, and development sectors. This visit aims to reaffirm India's commitment to its longstanding ties with Ghana and bolster its strategic engagement with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union.

From July 3-4, Modi will travel to Trinidad and Tobago, a first for an Indian Prime Minister since 1999. He will meet with the President and Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago to further strengthen bilateral cooperation. Modi is also expected to address a Joint Session of the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago, highlighting the deep historical and cultural connections rooted in a strong Indian diaspora.

The third leg of the tour takes Modi to Argentina from July 4-5, where he will meet with President Javier Milei. Discussions will aim to enhance the growing partnership between India and Argentina in key sectors such as defense, agriculture, mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, trade and investment, and people-to-people connections.

Following the BRICS Summit and State visit to Brazil, Modi will conclude his tour with a State Visit to Namibia on July 9. This marks the third-ever prime ministerial visit from India to Namibia. Modi will hold bilateral talks with the President of Namibia and pay homage to the Founding Father and first President of Namibia, the Late Dr. Sam Nujoma.

India and BRICS

India's engagement in BRICS reflects its dual focus on expanding influence in both Western-led and Global South platforms. India supports reforms in global institutions like the UN and IMF for fairer representation and inclusive growth and also aims to drive technological initiatives in AI, digital infrastructure, and cybersecurity. India will cautiously support BRICS expansion, favoring countries that align with its strategic and economic priorities. India aims to leverage BRICS to address regional security, counter-terrorism, and border stability, particularly concerning China and Pakistan.

India-Brazil Relations

India and Brazil share a close and multifaceted relationship, elevated to a strategic partnership in 2006. Both countries cooperate in plurilateral forums such as BRICS, IBSA, G20, and the UN. Their bilateral relationship is built on a common global vision, shared democratic values, and a commitment to fostering economic growth with social inclusion. In 2024-25, bilateral trade reached $12.20 billion.

India's Diplomatic Strategy

In 2025, India's diplomatic strategy involves balancing relationships with major powers while strengthening ties with African and Latin American nations. India aims to mediate in global conflicts, leveraging its relationships with both Western powers and countries like Russia and China. India's focus on digital infrastructure and cyber diplomacy positions it as a key player in shaping international tech policies.