Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Guyana, which marks the primary go to of an Indian head of state in over 50 years. He proposed seven “key pillars” to strengthen the connection between India and the Caribbean Neighborhood (CARICOM), emphasising New Delhi’s “complete dedication” to elevating these ties.
Modi made these remarks whereas collaborating within the second India-Caribbean Neighborhood (CARICOM) Summit, the place he joined leaders from Caribbean associate international locations to debate methods to boost cooperation and partnership between India and the area.
“PM @narendramodi co-chaired the 2nd India-CARICOM Summit, together with PM Dickon Mitchell of Grenada, the present chair of CARICOM,” the Ministry of Exterior Affairs (MEA) stated in a put up on X.
Through the summit, leaders mentioned methods to strengthen ties in areas equivalent to financial cooperation, agriculture and meals safety, well being and prescription drugs, and science and improvements.
The seven pillars famous by the Prime Minister additionally type the acronym C-A-R-I-C-O-M. They’re Capability Constructing, Agriculture and Meals Safety, Renewable Vitality and Local weather Change, Innovation, Know-how and Commerce, Cricket and Tradition, Ocean Economic system and Medication and Healthcare.
Highlighting that the connection between India and CARICOM international locations is rooted in “our shared previous experiences, our widespread present-day wants, and our mutual aspirations for the longer term,” Modi stated, “India is absolutely dedicated to elevating these ties to new heights.”
(With PTI Inputs)
