Narendra Modi in Argentina; after over five decades, Indian PM becomes 1st to give a bilateral visit
Narendra Modi in Argentina; after over five decades, Indian PM becomes 1st to give a bilateral visit
Digital Desk: Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Argentina on Friday evening (local time) for a two-day visit, marking India's first prime ministerial-level bilateral visit to Argentina in 57 years.
PM Modi had earlier traveled to the country in 2018 to attend the G20 Summit.
Earlier today, PM @narendramodi arrived in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he will meet President @JMilei.
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) July 5, 2025
Upon his arrival, the Indian community extended a warm and enthusiastic welcome to the PM. pic.twitter.com/1A9qd80mzy
He received a ceremonial greeting upon landing at Ezeiza International Airport.
PM Modi also took to his post on X, stating, "Landed in Buenos Aires for a bilateral visit aimed at strengthening relations with Argentina."
Landed in Buenos Aires for a bilateral visit which will focus on augmenting relations with Argentina. I’m eager to be meeting President Javier Milei and holding detailed talks with him.@JMilei pic.twitter.com/ucdbQhgsUj
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 5, 2025
It is also the third stop of the Prime Minister's five-nation tour.
Distance is no barrier when it comes to cultural connect!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 5, 2025
Honoured by the gracious welcome from the Indian community in Buenos Aires. It is truly moving to see how, thousands of kilometres away from home, the spirit of India shines brightly through our Indian community. pic.twitter.com/k1qH88dMmw
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, Prime Minister Modi will hold extensive talks with President Javier Milei to strengthen the India-Argentina collaboration in important areas such as defense, agriculture, mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, commerce, and investment.
"The bilateral visit of the prime minister will further deepen the multifaceted strategic partnership between India and Argentina," according to a press release.
In his departing statement, the prime minister stated that Argentina is a key economic partner in Latin America and an important ally in the G20, and that he looked forward to speaking with President Javier Milei, whom he had met last year.
PM Modi will make a state visit after attending the 17th BRICS Summit in
