PM Modi leaves for Brazil after concluding “productive” Argentina visit

Source: Government of India

Source: Government of India (4)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Brazil on Saturday to attend the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, after wrapping up what he described as a “productive” two-day visit to Argentina.

“My visit to Argentina has been a productive one. I am confident that our discussions will add significant momentum to our bilateral friendship and fulfil the strong potential that exists. I thank President Milei, the Government, and the people of Argentina for their warmth,” the PM said in a post on X.

Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on X, “After a fruitful visit to Argentina, PM @narendramodi has departed from Buenos Aires for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.”

Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister held wide-ranging talks with Argentine President Javier Milei. The two leaders agreed to diversify bilateral trade and enhance cooperation in sectors such as defence, critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, energy and mining.