Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for the World Governments Summit saw a significant diplomatic encounter as he met with the President of Madagascar, Andry Rajoelina, for the first time. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the summit in Dubai, emphasized the historical ties and mutual cooperation between India and Madagascar.
Both leaders acknowledged the longstanding friendly relations and ancient geographical connections shared by their countries. President Rajoelina expressed the importance of the meeting in further strengthening cooperation between India and Madagascar.
In a tweet following the meeting, President Rajoelina wrote, “An important meeting with the Indian Prime Minister @narendramodi to further strengthen India-Madagascar cooperation.” This statement underscored the commitment of both nations to deepen bilateral ties across various sectors.
During their discussions, Prime Minister Modi and President Rajoelina explored avenues to enhance bilateral cooperation and appreciated the close collaboration between their countries in various multilateral forums, including the United Nations.
Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s commitment to bolster the partnership with Madagascar under the framework of Vision SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region). He emphasized India’s role as a committed partner in Madagascar’s developmental journey, highlighting the shared interests and challenges faced by both countries as fellow developing nations in the Indian Ocean Region.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Modi’s participation at the World Governments Summit included addressing critical issues facing the global community. He emphasized the importance of inclusive governance, technology-driven solutions, and the fight against corruption. PM Modi highlighted the urgent need for global governance reforms to address challenges such as terrorism and climate change.
Significantly, Bollywood icon Shahrukh Khan also participated in the World Summit today. The ace Bollywood actor shared his insights into his cinematic journey, highlighting the importance of understanding the audience and the power of perseverance in the film industry.
