G20 Brazil Summit / PM Modi reached Brazil, got a warm welcome at the airport; will participate in G20 summit

G20 Brazil Summit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Monday to attend the 19th G20 summit. This visit is the second leg of his three-nation visit, where he will discuss important issues such as climate change, economic stability and global development with global leaders on November 18 and 19.

Warm welcome in Brazil

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was given a grand welcome on his arrival in Brazil. Indian Ambassador Suresh Reddy and other representatives greeted him at the airport. Special enthusiasm was seen among the NRIs regarding this visit of the Prime Minister. A large number of people from the Indian community warmly welcomed him with Indian flags and photographs of the Prime Minister in their hands.

The NRIs described this occasion as a proud moment. An NRI said, "It is an honor for us to meet the leader of the world's largest democracy."

G20 Summit: India's role

Prime Minister Modi is attending this summit as a member of the G20 Troika. The Troika includes India, Brazil and South Africa. It is an important part of the G20's leadership structure, which discusses policies for sustainable and inclusive development among member countries.

The theme of the summit hosted by Brazil this time is "One Earth, One Family, One Future", which is an extension of the theme decided during India's presidency. Prime Minister Modi said in his departure statement, "This year Brazil has carried forward India's legacy. I look forward to meaningful discussions and concrete solutions to global issues."

PM Modi's X post and global diplomacy

After reaching Brazil, Prime Minister Modi shared a post on the social media platform 'X'. He wrote, "Landed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to attend the G20 Summit. I look forward to the summit's deliberations and meaningful conversations with various global leaders."

Along with this post, he also shared pictures of his welcome at the airport. PM Modi will also meet US President Joe Biden, Chinese President Xi Jinping and other prominent global leaders at this conference.

Visit to Nigeria and Guyana

Prime Minister Modi visited Nigeria before coming to Brazil, where he was conferred with the country's national award "Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON)". This is the 17th international award received by an Indian leader. During this visit, he held bilateral talks with Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and met the Indian community.

After Brazil, the Prime Minister will visit Guyana. This visit will be historic, as this will be the first visit of an Indian Prime Minister in 50 years. He will be in Guyana from 19 to 21 November at the invitation of President Mohammed Irfaan Ali.

Opportunity and significance for India

This visit of Prime Minister Modi is an opportunity to further strengthen India's global role.

Economic and strategic partnership: India is working towards strengthening trade and diplomatic relations with Brazil and other countries.

Leadership on global issues: Brazil is taking forward the efforts made towards India's presidency in the G20 summit.

Support of the Indian diaspora: PM's interaction with the Indian diaspora during this visit has further strengthened India's influence.

Conclusion

This visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is an important step towards India's global diplomacy, economic interests and leadership on environmental issues. India's active participation in the G20 Summit underlines India's growing role before the world. The outcome of this visit will not only impact bilateral relations but will also strengthen India's international standing.

#WATCH | Rio de Janeiro: Members of the Indian diaspora in Brazil gathered outside a hotel in large numbers, to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi

During the second leg of his three-nation tour, PM Modi will attend the 19th G20 Leaders’ Summit in Brazil, scheduled on… pic.twitter.com/R0gAUHenSG

— ANI (@ANI) November 18, 2024

Landed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to take part in the G20 Summit. I look forward to the Summit deliberations and fruitful talks with various world leaders. pic.twitter.com/bBG4ruVfOd

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 18, 2024

#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

During the second leg of his three-nation tour, PM Modi will attend the 19th G20 Leaders’ Summit in Brazil, scheduled on November 18 and November 19.

(Video source - ANI/DD News) pic.twitter.com/5it1R8cpXP

— ANI (@ANI) November 18, 2024