Full account of PM Modi’s meeting with world leaders in Rio De Janeiro

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met leaders of many countries including Italy, Britain, Indonesia, Norway and Portugal on the sidelines of the G20 summit and discussed ways to improve and strengthen relations. Let us tell you that Modi reached the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro on Sunday after completing his two-day visit to Nigeria.

Modi met his Italian counterpart Georgia Meloni and discussed ways to deepen ties in the areas of security, trade and technology. Modi said in a post on ‘X’, ‘Pleased to meet Prime Minister Georgia Meloni during the Rio de Janeiro G20 Summit. Our talks focused on deepening ties in the areas of defence, security, trade and technology. We also talked about increasing cooperation in culture, education and other such areas. India-Italy friendship can contribute a lot to bettering the planet.” The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) also posted on ‘X’ about the meeting. The ministry said, “The strategic partnership is strengthening. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni on the sidelines of the G20 Brazil Summit in Rio. The Ministry of External Affairs said, “The two leaders agreed to further develop and accelerate the long-term India-Italy bilateral relations.” Welcomed the India-Italy Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-29.

Modi also met Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and discussed ways to improve ties in the areas of security and health care. “Pleased to meet President Prabowo Subianto during the G20 summit in Brazil,” Modi said in a post sharing photos of the two leaders on ‘X’. This year is special as we celebrate 75 years of India-Indonesia diplomatic relations. Our talks focused on improving relations in commerce, security, healthcare, pharmaceuticals and other areas.” The External Affairs Ministry said, ”To commemorate 75 years of warm and friendly relations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the G20. Met Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on the sidelines of the Brazil Summit. Prime Minister assured President Prabowo of India’s full support, the ministry said. The two leaders discussed ways to work together to further strengthen the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in its existing areas as well as expand relations to new areas.

During Modi’s meeting with Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro, talks focused on further strengthening economic ties between the two countries. Modi posted on ‘X’, “Had a very good meeting with the Prime Minister of Portugal Luis Montenegro. India values ​​its long-standing relations with Portugal. Our conversation focused on further strengthening the economic relations between the two countries. Areas such as renewable energy and green hydrogen offer many opportunities for cooperation. We also talked about strong defense ties, people-to-people ties and other such issues,” the External Affairs Ministry said on ‘X’. Prime Minister Narendra Modi today met Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro on the sidelines of the G20 Brazil Summit in Rio. met up with. “Both sides discussed further strengthening India-Portugal bilateral relations in various fields including economy, renewable energy, defence, people-to-people contacts and cooperation in multilateral fora.”

Modi also met Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Storey during the summit. “The meeting with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Storr was very good,” he said on ‘X’. Our Arctic policy has further strengthened India-Norway bilateral relations. We talked about how investment relations between the two countries can be improved, especially in renewable energy, green hydrogen and the ocean-based economy. Closer cooperation in areas such as innovation and research was also discussed. The External Affairs Ministry said the meeting “explored new avenues to strengthen India-Norway relations”. The ministry said, “Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Jonas Gehr Store, Prime Minister of Norway, on the sidelines of the G20 Brazil Summit. The discussions focused on ways to further strengthen India-Norway bilateral relations. The talks particularly focused on trade and economic cooperation following the signing of the ‘India – European Free Trade Association (EFTA) – Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement’ (TEPA). The leaders also exchanged views on geopolitical issues.

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Deputy Managing Director Geeta Gopinath also met Modi during the summit. “It was a great pleasure to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Rio,” the India-born economist said on ‘X’. He spoke about India’s many successes in reducing hunger and poverty. Took many constructive initiatives for the world to learn from.” In response, Modi wrote on ‘X”, ”India is committed to promoting food security and eradicating poverty. We will build on our successes in these areas and harness our collective strength and resources to ensure a bright future for all.”

Earlier in the day, Modi met US President Joe Biden and held a brief conversation with him. No information has been given yet about what conversation took place between the two leaders. Modi also spoke to several other world leaders including Brazil, Singapore and Spain on the sidelines of the G20 summit on Monday.

Apart from this, Modi also spoke with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Stormer has announced the resumption of trade talks with India in the new year. He made this announcement after a bilateral meeting with his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G-20 summit in Brazil. After the meeting between Stormer and Modi, ‘Downing Street’ (the official office and residence of the British Prime Minister) said that his country will seek a new strategic partnership with India, which will include trade agreements as well as security, education, technology and This will include deepening cooperation in areas such as climate change. Stormer’s spokesman said Britain remains committed to negotiating a trade deal with India, one of the world’s fastest growing economies. “A new trade deal with India will boost jobs and prosperity in Britain,” Stormer was quoted as saying in a statement issued by 10 Downing Street after the bilateral meeting. This will take one step further in our campaign to provide growth and opportunity in our country.” Modi described the conversation on social media as ”extremely meaningful”. The Prime Minister wrote on the social media platform ‘X’, “Comprehensive strategic partnership with Britain is extremely important for India. We look forward to working together in areas such as technology, green energy, security, innovation and technology in the coming years.”

Additionally, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met French President Emmanuel Macron on the sidelines of the G20 summit and discussed ways to work together in areas such as space, energy and AI (Artificial Intelligence). The Prime Minister also congratulated the President of France for the successful hosting of the Olympic Games and Paralympic Games in Paris earlier this year. Modi said in a post on ‘X’ late on Monday night, “It is always a great pleasure to meet my friend President Emmanuel Macron.” He said, “We discussed how India and France Will continue to work together in space, energy, AI and other such future areas. The two countries will also work together to increase people-to-people contacts.” The Prime Minister congratulated Macron and also posted pictures of the meeting with him. “It is always a pleasure to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, because our partnership with India is rich and multifaceted,” Macron wrote on He also posted a short video in which the two leaders are seen hugging and laughing.