Paper: GS – II, Subject: International Relations, Topic: India’s Relations with Other Countries, Issue: Indian Prime Minister five-nation visit.
Context:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s five-nation visit, focusing on its objectives and implications for India’s role in the Global South and the BRICS alliance.
- The visit, encompassing Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Brazil, Argentina, and Namibia, aimed to strengthen cooperation, advance the priorities of the Global South, and contribute to the creation of a “balanced multi-polar world order.”
Key Takeaways:
| About Ghana: Location: Situated along the Gulf of Guinea in West Africa. Capital: Accra. Neighbouring Countries: Burkina Faso, Togo, Côte d’Ivoire, and Atlantic Ocea. Geological & Physical Features: Mountains & Plateaus: Dominated by dissected Precambrian peneplains with elevations rarely exceeding 900 meters. Key mountain ranges: Akwapim-Togo Ranges in the east (Mount Afadjato – highest peak at 885 m). Kwahu Plateau and Gambaga Scarp form major uplands and escarpments |
Ghana Visit:
- Significance: Ghana is a valued partner in the Global South and plays an important role in the African Union and ECOWAS.
- Objectives:
- To build on India’s historic ties with Ghana.
- To open up areas like investment, energy, health, capacity building, and development partnership.
- State Honor: Mr. Modi will receive the Companion of the Order of the Star of Ghana, the country’s highest state honor.
- Talks with President Mahama: Discussions on various areas of cooperation.
- Vaccine Production: Ghana plans to emerge as the “vaccine hub” for Africa, and talks will be held with Mr. Modi regarding vaccine production in Ghana.
The visit highlights several key themes in India’s foreign policy:
- Commitment to the Global South: The Prime Minister’s emphasis on strengthening cooperation within the Global South underscores India’s commitment to representing and advancing the interests of developing nations. This includes fostering partnerships in areas like investment, energy, health, and capacity building.
- Multipolar World Order: The pursuit of a “balanced multi-polar world order” is a recurring theme, reflecting India’s desire to move away from a unipolar or bipolar world dominated by a few major powers. BRICS is seen as a crucial platform for achieving this goal by promoting cooperation among emerging economies.
- Economic and Strategic Partnerships: The visits to Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, and Namibia aim to strengthen bilateral relations and explore opportunities for economic and strategic partnerships. This includes cooperation in areas like trade, investment, energy, and development assistance.
- Cultural and Historical Ties: The visit to Trinidad and Tobago emphasizes the importance of cultural and historical ties, particularly the bonds of ancestry and kinship that unite the two nations.
- Recognition and Influence: The state honors conferred upon Mr. Modi by Ghana and Trinidad and Tobago reflect India’s growing recognition and influence on the global stage.
Significance of State Honors:
The state honors bestowed upon Prime Minister Modi hold significant symbolic and diplomatic value:
- Recognition of Leadership: They acknowledge India’s leadership role in the Global South and its contributions to international cooperation.
- Strengthening Bilateral Ties: They symbolize the strong and growing relationship between India and the respective countries.
- Enhancing India’s Image: They enhance India’s image and prestige on the global stage.
- Symbolic Gesture: They represent a gesture of goodwill and friendship, paving the way for deeper cooperation in various fields.
Prime Minister Modi’s five-nation visit underscores India’s commitment to the Global South, its pursuit of a multipolar world order, and its growing influence on the international stage. The visit aimed to strengthen bilateral relations, advance the priorities of developing nations, and foster cooperation in areas like trade, investment, energy, and development assistance.
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