We must swiftly shift our approach from the ‘jobs of today’ to the ‘capabilities of tomorrow’: PM Modi at G20 Johannesburg Summit Session – 3

November 23rd, 04:05 pm

In the third session of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, PM Modi called for a fundamental change in the way critical technologies are promoted. He noted that under the India-AI Mission, accessible high-performance computing capacity is being built. The PM invited all G20 countries to join the AI Impact Summit, to be hosted by India in February 2026, with the theme 'Sarvajanam Hitaya, Sarvajanam Sukhaya' (Welfare for all, Happiness for all).

Prime Minister addresses G20 Session on “A fair and a Just Future for All”

November 23rd, 04:02 pm

In the third session of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, PM Modi called for a fundamental change in the way critical technologies are promoted. He noted that under the India-AI Mission, accessible high-performance computing capacity is being built. The PM invited all G20 countries to join the AI Impact Summit, to be hosted by India in February 2026, with the theme 'Sarvajanam Hitaya, Sarvajanam Sukhaya' (Welfare for all, Happiness for all).

Prime Minister meets with President of South Africa on the sidelines of G20 Summit in Johannesburg

November 23rd, 02:18 pm

During his meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in Johannesburg on the sidelines of the G20 Summit, PM Modi thanked the President for the warm hospitality. Both leaders reviewed bilateral ties and expressed satisfaction with the progress achieved in various fields. The PM also thanked President Ramaphosa for South Africa’s support in the cheetah relocation to India, and the two leaders agreed to work jointly to amplify the voice of the Global South.

IBSA can be a model for the entire world: PM Modi in Johannesburg, South Africa

November 23rd, 12:45 pm

PM Modi participated in the IBSA Leaders' Meeting held in Johannesburg, South Africa comprising South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The PM remarked that the last three G20 presidencies by IBSA members have resulted in several important initiatives. He emphasized that IBSA is an important platform connecting three continents, three major democratic nations and three major economies.

Prime Minister participates in India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) Leaders' Meeting in Johannesburg

November 23rd, 12:30 pm

PM Modi participated in the IBSA Leaders' Meeting held in Johannesburg, South Africa comprising South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The PM remarked that the last three G20 presidencies by IBSA members have resulted in several important initiatives. He emphasized that IBSA is an important platform connecting three continents, three major democratic nations and three major economies.

Critical minerals are a shared resource of humanity: PM Modi at G20 Johannesburg Summit Session - 2

November 22nd, 09:57 pm

In his statement during the G20 Summit Session - 2 in Johannesburg, South Africa, PM Modi touched upon important topics like critical minerals, natural disasters, space technology and clean energy. The PM highlighted that India is promoting millets. He also said that the G20 must promote comprehensive strategies that link nutrition, public health, sustainable agriculture and disaster preparedness to build a strong global security framework.

Empowering Africa’s development and its young talent is in the interest of the entire world: PM Modi during the Johannesburg G20 Summit

November 22nd, 09:36 pm

In his statement at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, PM Modi noted that the historic initiatives launched during the New Delhi G20 Summit have been carried forward here. Putting forth several landmark proposals, he stressed the need to view the human being, society and nature as one integrated whole. He added that advancing Africa’s development and empowering its young talent is in the interest of the entire world.

Prime Minister participates in G20 Summit in Johannesburg

November 22nd, 09:35 pm

Prime Minister participated today in the G20 Leaders’ Summit hosted by the President of South Africa, H.E. Mr. Cyril Ramaphosa in Johannesburg. This was Prime Minister’s 12th participation in G20 Summits. Prime Minister addressed both the sessions of the opening day of the Summit. He thanked President Ramaphosa for his warm hospitality and for successfully hosting the Summit.

Joint statement by the Government of India, the Government of Australia and the Government of Canada

November 22nd, 09:21 pm

India, Australia, and Canada have agreed to enter into a new trilateral partnership: the Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership. The three sides agreed to strengthen their ambition in cooperation on critical and emerging technologies. The Partnership will also examine the development and mass adoption of artificial intelligence to improve citizens' lives.

Prime Minister meets Prime Minister of Australia on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders’ Summit

November 21st, 10:43 pm

PM Modi met Australian PM Anthony Albanese on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa. The two leaders discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation across a wide range of areas and renewed their commitment to take the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership to greater heights. PM Albanese condemned the recent terror attack in India.

PM Modi arrives in Johannesburg, South Africa to participate in G20 Summit

November 21st, 06:25 pm

PM Modi arrived in Johannesburg, South Africa, a short while ago. The PM will attend the 20th G20 Leaders’ Summit. On the margins of the Summit, he will also hold bilateral meetings with world leaders and will also participate in the India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) Leaders’ Meeting.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to participate in G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa

November 19th, 10:42 pm

PM Modi will visit Johannesburg, South Africa, from 21-23 November 2025 to attend the 20th G20 Leaders’ Summit. During the Summit sessions, the PM will present India’s perspectives on key issues on the G20 agenda. On the margins of the Summit, he will hold bilateral meetings with world leaders and will also participate in the India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) Leaders’ Meeting being hosted by South Africa.

Prime Minister’s participation in the BRICS-Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue

August 25th, 12:12 am

PM Modi participated in the BRICS-Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue, on 24 August, 2023 in Johannesburg. During his intervention, PM Modi called for the BRICS to be the voice of the Global South. He called for further cooperation to strengthen multi-polar world and emphasised the need to reform the global institutions to keep them representative and relevant. He urged the leaders for cooperation in the domains of counter-terrorism, environment conservation, climate action, cybersecurity, food & health security and resilient supply chains.

Prime Minister’s meeting with Dr. Himla Soodyall, noted geneticist & CEO of the Academy of Science of South Africa

August 24th, 11:33 pm

PM Modi met Dr. Himla Soodyall, noted geneticist & CEO of the Academy of Science of South Africa in Johannesburg. They exchanged views on the domain of human genetic lines and its application in disease screening. PM Modi invited Dr. Soodyall to collaborate with Indian institutes in the field of genetics.

Prime Minister’s meeting with Mr. Siyabulela Xuza, noted rocket scientist and Founder of Galactic Energy Ventures

August 24th, 11:32 pm

PM Modi met Mr. Siyabulela Xuza, noted rocket scientist and Founder and Managing Director of Galactic Energy Ventures, in Johannesburg. Mr. Xuza congratulated Prime Minister on the success of Chandrayaan-3 Mission. He credited Digital India for his success and highlighted his ongoing projects in India. The discussions also covered matters related to the future of energy and finding sustainable solutions.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with Prime Minister of the Republic of Ethiopia

August 24th, 11:27 pm

PM Modi met H.E. Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of the Republic of Ethiopia, in Johannesburg on the sidelines of the 15th BRICS Summit. Both leaders held productive discussions on key areas including development partnership & capacity building among various others. PM Modi congratulated PM Abiy Ahmed on Ethiopia’s membership of BRICS and appreciated PM Abiy Ahmed for his participation in the Voice of Global South Summit.

Prime Minister’s meeting with the President of the Republic of Senegal

August 24th, 11:26 pm

PM Modi met H.E. Mr. Macky Sall, President of the Republic of Senegal, on 24 August 2023 in Johannesburg, on the sidelines of the 15th BRICS Summit. Both leaders held fruitful discussions on ways to deepen their bilateral partnership across various sectors, including trade and investment, defence and security among others. He appreciated President Sall for his participation in the Voice of Global South Summit and for his strong leadership to the Africa Union last year.

Prime Minister’s meeting with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran

August 24th, 11:23 pm

PM Modi met H.E. Dr Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in Johannesburg, on the sidelines of the 15th BRICS Summit. The two leaders discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and agreed to fast track infrastructure cooperation, including the Chabahar project. PM Modi congratulated President Raisi on joining the BRICS family.

PM's statement at the BRICS-Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue

August 24th, 02:38 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement at the BRICS-Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue

The expansion of BRICS is in keeping with it's principles, standards, criteria and procedures: PM Modi

August 24th, 01:32 pm

Addressing the BRICS nations, PM Modi said that a momentous decision of expanding BRICS by adding more member nations has been taken during the 15th BRICS Summit. He said the expansion gave him immense happiness as the expansion has been in keeping with the principles, standards, criteria and procedures of the BRICS Community as a whole.