Bridging Parliaments: Modi's Landmark Visit to Trinidad and Tobago
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Trinidad and Tobago in July, marking the first visit by an Indian PM to the Caribbean nation since 1999. His address to their Parliament symbolizes strong democratic ties, highlighted by India's earlier gifting of a Speaker’s Chair.

- Country:
- India
In a demonstration of sustained diplomacy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address a joint session of Trinidad and Tobago's Parliament this July, as announced by the Ministry of External Affairs on Monday.
The relationship between the two nations is underscored by the symbolic Speaker's Chair in Trinidad and Tobago's Parliament, a gift from India, reflecting robust democratic traditions. This gesture signifies India's historic ties and collaborative spirit with the Caribbean country.
Modi's extensive eight-day, five-nation tour will include strategic talks with Trinidad and Tobago's leadership, marking an important chapter in Indo-Caribbean relations as the country celebrates 180 years of Indian immigration. This landmark visit aims to rejuvenate the longstanding and foundational people-to-people connections between the nations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
ALSO READ
Indian Students in Iran Plead for Evacuation Amid Rising Israeli Strikes
India and Cyprus Forge Stronger Economic Ties with Dual Stock Listings
Monsoon Showers Bring Relief to Heatwave-Hit Northern India
India and Canada: Renewed Optimism on the Global Stage at G7 Summit
Gujarat Mourns: Former CM Vijay Rupani Among 241 Dead in Air India Tragedy