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Time of India
2 days ago
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India committed to voicing issues of Global South: PM Modi
NEW DELHI: India and Ghana upgraded their relationship to a comprehensive partnership with focus on enhancing defence and security ties, as PM Narendra Modi became the first Indian PM to visit the country in three decades. After a bilateral meeting with President John Mahama, Modi thanked Ghana for its cooperation in the fight against terrorism and for solidarity after the Pahalgam attack, saying they had decided to further strengthen cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts. "We also held discussions on regional and international issues, including the Sahel region. We are united in our view that terrorism is the enemy of humanity," said Modi in his media remarks after the meeting. During his day-long visit, Modi was conferred with Ghana's national award, The Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana, by President Mahama. The two countries also signed four MoUs, including one to institutionalise high-level dialogue and review bilateral cooperation mechanisms on a regular basis. The two agreed to double bilateral trade from the current $3 billion to $6 billion over the next five years. They discussed strengthening defence and security partnership. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Tinnitus: what this grandson discovered will surprise you Hearing Magazine Undo "In area of defence and security, we will move forward with the mantra of 'security through stability'. Cooperation will be extended in areas of training of armed forces, maritime security, defence supplies and cybersecurity," said PM Modi, adding that Indian companies shall cooperate in exploration and mining of critical minerals. Modi conveyed India's deep commitment to voicing concerns of the Global South and thanked Ghana for its solidarity on the issue. "They committed to further strengthening development cooperation partnership - especially through India-supported infrastructure and capacity-building projects. India offered to share its experiences in the fields of health, pharma, digital public infrastructure, UPI and skill development," said Indian govt, adding that the PM also thanked President Mahama for taking care of the 15,000 strong Indian community in Ghana. "Development partnership is a key pillar of our partnership. We assure India's complete support and cooperation towards President Mahama's efforts of economic restructuring," said Modi in his media statement.
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02-06-2025
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Is Maldives back into India fold? PM Modi may visit Male as I-Day guest on Muizzu's invitation
While details of the visit are still being finalised, one potential date under discussion is July 26, which marks Maldives Independence Day, according to a report read more India is considering an invitation from the Maldives for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit the strategically important Indian Ocean nation in July, according to a report, citing sources familiar with the matter. The move comes after Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel reaffirmed President Mohamed Muizzu's 2024 invitation during his visit to India last week. According to a Times of India report, while details of the visit are still being finalised, one potential date under discussion is July 26, which marks Maldives Independence Day. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD If the visit goes ahead, it would be PM Modi's first trip to the Maldives since President Muizzu took office in November 2023, added the report. According to a Wion report, the visit, if it materialises, is likely to focus on the inauguration of India-supported projects in the country with a focus on wider stability of the Indian Ocean region – where both countries have been working with each other under initiatives like the Colombo Security Conclave. Khaleel visited India last week for the third time this year, signaling the Maldives' intent to strengthen ties with New Delhi amid growing concerns in both India and the West over its relationship with China. During the visit, Khaleel and his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar reviewed bilateral cooperation across several key areas, including development partnership, defence and security, and trade and investment. Following the meeting, Jaishankar reaffirmed India's commitment to the Maldives' progress and development, and expressed gratitude for Maldivian support on counter-terrorism efforts. President Muizzu has consistently said that the Maldives will not take any steps that compromise India's security interests. He has defended his decision to withdraw Indian military personnel from the country as a reflection of the Maldivian people's aspiration for sovereignty and non-interference in domestic affairs. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In an interview to Ceylon Today last week, the president said the Maldives will not allow its geographical location to be misused by any country for deliberate attempts that undermine the peace and stability in the Indian Ocean region. 'Our approach will always be for regional peace and sovereignty, and fair diplomacy with everyone," he was quoted as saying. India has been a key economic and infrastructure partner for the Maldives, notably supporting the Greater Male Connectivity Project — the country's largest infrastructure initiative. The project, linking Male to Villingili, Gulhifalhu, and Thilafushi via bridges, causeways, and roads, is vital for the proposed Gulhifalhu Port and is expected to drive future economic growth and job creation. It is backed by a $400 million Line of Credit and a $100 million grant from India. PM Modi last visited the Maldives in 2019, shortly after beginning his second term. During that visit, he addressed the newly elected People's Majlis and oversaw the signing of MoUs in hydrography, health, and sea-based passenger-cargo services. He also pledged support for the restoration of the historic Hukuru Miskiiy (Friday Mosque) in Malé. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD India has consistently acted as the Maldives' first responder—from the 2004 tsunami to the COVID-19 pandemic—and remains the largest provider of defence training for the Maldivian National Defence Force, having trained over 1,500 MNDF personnel in the past decade. With inputs from agencies
