Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the Key to the City of Buenos Aires on Saturday during his visit to Argentina- a symbolic honour signifying the friendship and mutual trust between India and Argentina.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “It is an honor to receive the Key to the City of Buenos Aires from Mr. Jorge Macri, Head of Government of the City of Buenos Aires.”
This visit marked the first bilateral trip by an Indian Prime Minister to Argentina in 57 years. PM Modi had previously visited the country in 2018 to attend the G20 Summit.
He arrived at Ezeiza International Airport on Friday evening (local time) and was given a ceremonial welcome.
During the visit, PM Modi held wide-ranging talks with Argentine President Javier Milei. The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in key areas such as defence, agriculture, mining, oil and gas, renewable energy, trade, and investment.
PM Modi called his Argentina visit “productive,” expressing confidence that his talks with President Milei would give a strong boost to India-Argentina ties.
“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,” PM Modi posted on X, thanking President Milei, the Argentine government, and its people for their warm welcome.
During the meeting, the two leaders explored ways to expand cooperation in key sectors such as trade, agriculture, defence, energy, and security. PM Modi also highlighted new opportunities in pharmaceuticals and sports.
While in Buenos Aires, PM Modi paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore.
Argentina was the third stop on PM Modi’s five-nation tour. Earlier, he visited Trinidad and Tobago, where he was awarded the Order of the Republic -- the nation’s highest civilian honour.
The Prime Minister has now arrived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where he will attend the Brics Summit, the fourth leg of his ongoing trip.
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